Potato pancakes Step 1 of 11
  1. 1
    Step 1

    Peel the potatoes and grate them using the fine side of a box grater directly into a large, shallow bowl.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Tilt the bowl with the potatoes gently and let it sit for 5 minutes so the juice drains to the side.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    In the meantime, pour off the accumulated juice without stirring the potatoes.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Finally, press the potatoes down to the bottom of the bowl with your hand to remove the remaining juice.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Add 0,5 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, 0,25 piece of finely grated onion, 1 egg, and 2 pinches of salt.

  6. 6
    Step 6

    Heat a frying pan with vegetable oil.

  7. 7
    Step 7

    Mix the potato mixture.

  8. 8
    Step 8

    Spoon portions of the mixture (1 full tablespoon each) into the hot oil and spread them into thin pancakes.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Fry over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

  10. 10
    Step 10

    Flip the pancakes over and fry for another 2-3 minutes.

  11. 11
    Step 11

    Place the finished pancakes on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain off excess fat.

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