Kartoffelpuffer
kochkino wrings the grated potatoes dry in a kitchen towel before the eggs go in, and skipping it means the pancakes steam instead of crisp.
Kartoffelpuffer, the pan-fried potato pancakes sold at German Christmas markets and eaten year-round at home, require one step that separates a crisp result from a sodden one: after finely grating the potatoes and onion together, kochkino instructs cooks to transfer the mass to a kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible before mixing in eggs and cornstarch. From there, the pancakes fry in batches in shimmering oil until deeply golden, served with applesauce or sour cream.
What you'll need
Serves 4 · Estimated — adjust if needed
- 1 kg / 2.2 lbKartoffelnPotato1 kg / 2.2 lbPotatoKartoffeln
- 1 mediumZwiebelOnion1 mediumOnionZwiebel
- 2EiEgg2EggEi
- 2-3 tsp / 10-15gMehlCornstarch2-3 tsp / 10-15gCornstarchMehl
- 1 tsp / 5 gSalzSalt1 tsp / 5 gSaltSalz
- to tastePfefferBlack pepperto tasteBlack pepperPfeffer
- as neededÖlNeutral oilas neededNeutral oilÖl
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Grate Potatoes and Onion
Kartoffeln und Zwiebel reibenPeel the potatoes and onion, then finely grate both into a large bowl.
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Squeeze Out Moisture
Flüssigkeit ausdrückenTransfer the grated mixture to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Discard the liquid.
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Mix the Batter
Teig mischenReturn the squeezed potato-onion mixture to the bowl. Add the eggs, cornstarch, salt, and pepper, then mix well to combine.
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Heat Oil in Pan
Öl erhitzenHeat a generous layer of oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Fry Potato Pancakes
Kartoffelpuffer bratenScoop about 2–3 heaped tablespoons of batter per pancake into the pan, flatten gently with a spatula, and fry in batches for about 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy. Keep finished pancakes warm in a low oven while frying the rest.
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Drain and Serve
Abtropfen und servierenTransfer the fried pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain briefly. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
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Get Whisq for iOSPeel the potatoes and onion, then finely grate both into a large bowl.
Heat a generous layer of oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Transfer the fried pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain briefly. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
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