German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)
Experience the delightful taste of German Potato Pancakes, or Kartoffelpuffer, right in your kitchen. These crispy potato fritters are a beloved staple of German cuisine, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory snack. With a golden brown exterior and a soft, flavorful interior, they’re sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, serve them with sour cream or applesauce for a classic touch. Elevate your meal with these versatile pancakes that are sure to satisfy every palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (makes about eight pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes (550g)
- 1 small yellow onion (90g)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 medium egg
- 1/4 cup cooking oil (for frying)
- Chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes using a grater or food processor.
- Wring out excess moisture from the grated potatoes using a kitchen towel.
- Grate the onion and remove its moisture in the same manner.
- In a bowl, mix grated potatoes and onions with flour, salt, white pepper, smoked paprika, and egg until combined.
- Retain about 2 tbsp of potato starch from the drained liquid and stir it into the batter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and pour in pancake batter (about 1/4 cup). Flatten gently.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on a wire rack and serve hot with sour cream and chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg