German potato pancakes make a good alternative to french fries with all sorts of meals. Serve them with baked ham and applesauce at dinner, or with eggs and sausage at brunch, and chances are, guests will ask for the recipe!
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes (about 3 pounds)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- oil for frying
- optional: maple syrup or applesauce
Directions
- Peel and shred potatoes; place in a bowl of cold water. Line a colander with cheesecloth or paper towels. Drain potatoes into cloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, flour, onion, salt and pepper.
- In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil, about 3 in. apart. Press lightly to flatten. Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter. If desired, top with maple syrup or applesauce.
