World Flavors Cookbook

Kartoffelpuffer (Potato Pancakes)

Germany's beloved crispy potato pancakes — grated potato and onion fried until golden, served with applesauce or sour cream.

Cuisine: Germany

Ingredients

• 1kg starchy potatoes, peeled
• 1 onion
• 2 eggs
• 3 tbsp flour
• Salt, nutmeg
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Applesauce or sour cream for serving

Instructions

1. Grate potatoes and onion on fine grater. Squeeze out all moisture.
2. Mix with eggs, flour, salt, and nutmeg.
3. Heat oil in a large pan. Drop spoonfuls of batter and flatten.
4. Fry 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy.
5. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with applesauce.