Here’s a simple and crispy Potato Pancake recipe—perfect as a side or snack 🥔✨
Potato Pancakes (Latkes)
Ingredients (makes 6–8 pancakes)
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional toppings: sour cream, applesauce, chives
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes
- Grate potatoes and onion.
- Squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel to make the pancakes crispier.
- Make batter
- In a bowl, combine grated potatoes and onion with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat oil
- Pour 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil into a skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
- Cook pancakes
- Spoon small portions of batter into the skillet and flatten slightly.
- Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain & serve
- Place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.
Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy: Use a mix of starchy (Russet) and waxy potatoes.
- Flavor boost: Add garlic powder, paprika, or chopped herbs.
- Cheesy: Fold in shredded cheddar or Parmesan.
- Oven option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
I can also give a sweet potato version or a mini appetizer-style version if you want.
