Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPolish CottagePotato Pancakes Recipe

Potato Pancakes Recipe

Inspired by Polish Cottage
Time30m
Serves4

Indulge in our crispy Potato Pancakes, expertly crafted from freshly grated potatoes and seasoned to perfection. Each golden-brown cake is pan-fried until crispy on the outside while remaining tender and fluffy on the inside. Served with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives, these delightful pancakes make for a comforting appetizer or a savory side dish that will leave your taste buds dancing.

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Ingredients

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Potato Pancakes Ingredients

Method

Potato Pancakes Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and grate the potatoes into a large bowl. You can use a box grater or a food processor for this step.

  2. 2

    Add Onion

    Finely chop the onion and add it to the grated potatoes.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Combine this mixture with the potato and onion mixture until well blended.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat half of the vegetable oil over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Fry Pancakes

    Spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture onto the skillet for each pancake. Flatten them slightly with the back of a spatula. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Add more oil as necessary.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove the pancakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with sour cream and garnish with chopped chives.

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