Description
Classic Belarusian Potato Pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender inside, made from grated potatoes, onion, and simple pantry staples. These savory pancakes are perfect as a comforting snack or a side dish, fried to golden perfection in vegetable oil.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups grated potatoes
- 1 onion, grated
- 1 egg
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the grated potatoes, grated onion, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and cohesive.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a skillet and heat it over medium heat until it is hot and shimmering, ready for frying.
- Form Pancakes: Using a spoon, drop a portion of the potato mixture into the hot oil, then gently flatten it with the back of the spoon to form a pancake shape.
- Fry Until Golden: Cook the pancakes for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a crispy golden brown crust on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve the potato pancakes hot for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze out excess water from the grated potatoes before mixing for crispier pancakes.
- You can serve the pancakes with sour cream or applesauce for traditional accompaniments.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet, which helps maintain even frying temperature.
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable oil to prevent burning.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or potato starch.