¶ Description
Potato Pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer, are a quintessential German dish that brings the warmth of Grandma's kitchen to every plate. Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, these pancakes are more than a dish; they are a comforting memory. Best enjoyed with homemade applesauce and a sprinkle of cinnamon, they offer a savory yet sweet experience perfect for any meal of the day.
¶ Ingredients
| Ingredient | For 1 Person | For 2 People | For 3 People | For 4 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potatoes | 250g | 500g | 750g | 1kg |
| Flour | ~2 tbsp | ~3 tbsp | ~4 tbsp | ~5 tbsp |
| Salt | 1 pinch | 1 pinch | 2 pinches | 2 pinches |
| Eggs | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
¶ Preparation
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Peel the potatoes.
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Grate finely using a kitchen grater. Choose the finest setting possible that doesn't mush the potatoes. The juice should not be released.
Tip: If juice does release, drain it off.
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Add eggs.
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Add flour and mix.
Tip: Adjust the amount to bind the juice.
¶ Cooking
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Prepare a pan, preferably made of iron/steel.
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Heat a generous amount of butter in the pan.
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Almost deep-fry the potato pancakes in hot butter, then keep them warm in the oven.
¶ Serving
Potato pancakes are ideally served with Grandma's Applesauce and a sprinkle of cinnamon.