Learn how to make classic potato pancakes that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. These pancakes are made with simple ingredients like grated potatoes, onions, eggs, flour, and seasoning. Serve them with sour cream or applesauce for a tasty meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet with vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening with a spatula to form pancakes.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the potato pancakes hot with sour cream or applesauce.