German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)
German Potato Pancakes, or Kartoffelpuffer, are a delightful blend of crispy and tender textures that make them the perfect comfort food for any occasion. These golden-brown potato fritters are incredibly versatile, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up these delicious pancakes in under 30 minutes. Serve them with classic toppings like sour cream and applesauce, or get creative with smoked salmon and fresh herbs for an upscale twist. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, these German Potato Pancakes will surely impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (4 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 medium egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes; grate them using a box grater.
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes using a kitchen towel.
- Grate the onion and remove water similarly.
- In a bowl, combine grated potatoes and onions with flour, salt, and egg to form a batter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake.
- Fry until golden brown on each side (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain cooked pancakes on a wire rack; season with salt while hot.
- Serve warm with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (75g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg