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German Potato Pancakes Recipe (Kartoffelpuffer Recipe)
Savor the authentic taste of Germany with German Potato Pancakes. Also known as Kartoffelpuffer, these crispy pancakes are the perfect addition to any meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, they bring a delightful blend of tradition and flavor to your table.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 215 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
German
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 6 medium potatoes peeled and shredded* See Note Below for process
- ¾ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup vegetable oil for cooking*
- sour cream for serving
- Applesauce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together large eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Then, mix in the potatoes and onion.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
- In batches, drop a large tablespoonful into the skillet, pressing it to flatten.
- Fry for about 3 minutes on each side until crisped and golden brown.
- Drain onto paper towels.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and applesauce, and enjoy.
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Notes
- Storage Info:
- German Potato Pancakes are best stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container, where they'll stay good for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months, placing parchment paper between each pancake to prevent sticking. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet over medium heat until heated through and crisp. Alternatively, you can use an oven preheated to 350°F (about 175°C), placing the pancakes on a baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
215kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
41mg
(14%)
Sodium
184mg
(8%)
Potassium
714mg
(20%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
63IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
33mg
(37%)
Calcium
37mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 184mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 714mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 63IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.