Potato pancakes

Preparation

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.

   Timer · 5 min
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.

   Timer · 3 min
10. 10
    Step 10

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

    Timer · 3 min
11. 11
    Step 11

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