Best 6 Caramelized Onion Potato Pancakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Caramelized Onion Potato Pancakes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These crispy, golden-brown pancakes are crafted with a harmonious blend of caramelized onions, grated potatoes, and a medley of seasonings, creating a delightful savory experience. Perfectly complemented by a variety of dipping sauces, these pancakes can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a delectable snack.

Additionally, discover the secrets behind the Classic Potato Pancakes, a timeless recipe that showcases the rustic charm of potatoes. With a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, these pancakes are a delightful treat that can be paired with your favorite toppings, from savory to sweet.

And for those seeking a unique twist, explore the intriguing Sweet Potato Pancakes, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Made with grated sweet potatoes, these pancakes offer a delightful alternative to traditional potato pancakes, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert.

Each recipe is meticulously detailed, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success in your culinary endeavors. Embark on a culinary journey and create these mouthwatering potato pancakes that are sure to impress family and friends alike.

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ONION POTATO PANCAKES



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"WHEN Grandma prepared potato pancakes, she used an old-fashioned grater, great for potatoes but not for knuckles! With homemade applesauce, this sauce, this side dish complements a meal so well. I made these pancakes for my family and often served them as a main dish for light suppers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings (12 pancakes).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggs
1 medium onion, quartered
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1-1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 to 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, place the eggs, onion, flour, salt, pepper, baking powder and 1/2 cup of potatoes. Cover and process on high until smooth. Add parsley and remaining potatoes; cover and pulse 2-4 times until potatoes are chopped. Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons oil onto a hot griddle or skillet. Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto griddle; flatten slightly to a 4-in. to 5-in. diameter. Cook over medium heat until golden on both sides. Add oil as needed until all pancakes are cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND POTATO KNISHES



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As a young girl I was always baffled as to why my grandparents were so fond of knishes--to me, they were too big, too dense and too boring. These are much smaller and lighter, more like fluffy sour cream-and-herb-loaded baked potatoes wrapped in light, flakey pastry dough. For those intimidated by making and rolling out pastry dough, I can assure you that this is the most forgiving, most foolproof dough ever. I've made this recipe on both warm, humid days and cold dry days with nary an issue. Schmaltz lends both depth of flavor and flaky texture, but any neutral oil will work just fine.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 3h20m

Yield 15 to 18 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons schmaltz, melted and cooled, or neutral oil, such as vegetable oil (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons schmaltz or neutral oil, such as vegetable oil (see Cook's Note)
2 large yellow onions, cut into a medium dice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped thyme leaves (from about 12 sprigs)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, cut into medium chunks
5 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup sour cream, plus more for serving
1/4 cup dill fronds, chopped
2 tablespoons minced chives (from 4 to 6 chives)
Nonstick cooking spray
1 large egg

Steps:

  • For the pastry: Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Add the schmaltz, vinegar and 1/2 cup water and stir into a shaggy ball with a spoon or large rubber spatula. (It's OK if some of the flour remains dry at the bottom of the bowl; the dough will come together during kneading.) Attach the dough hook to the mixer and knead on medium speed until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Dump out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it into a uniform ball, about 30 seconds. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes while making the filling. (The dough can be made and refrigerated up to 1 day ahead.)
  • For the filling: Heat the schmaltz over medium-high heat in a medium heavy-bottom pot. Add the onions and 2 teaspoons salt and stir until coated. Cover and cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they are translucent and begin to brown at the edges, about 15 minutes. Continue to cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally at first and then more frequently as the onions become sticky, soft and dark golden brown, about 30 minutes. Add the thyme and garlic and cook, stirring and scraping up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the mixture is very fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Cover the potatoes with cold water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer and cook until the potatoes until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Strain the potatoes and then return them to the pot. Cook the drained potatoes over low heat, shaking the pot to prevent sticking, until the potatoes are dry, about 1 minute.
  • Combine the potatoes, caramelized onion mixture, cream cheese, sour cream, dill and chives in a large mixing bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the mixture together until everything is evenly combined. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Set aside to cool to room temperature. (The filling can be made and refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 day ahead.)
  • To form the knishes: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment or spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Divide the dough in half. Use your hands to roll 1 of the dough halves into a 6-inch-long log on a lightly floured surface, then use a rolling pin to roll the log out into a 16-by-12-inch rectangle. The dough will be very thin. Square off the sides, if necessary to prevent the end pieces from being too thick and uneven.
  • Position the dough so that the long edges are parallel with the edge of the counter. Shape half of the filling into a 2-by-16-inch log. Transfer the filling on top of the dough, 1 inch in from the bottom edge. Gently stretch the dough up and around the filling. (It's ok if the dough tears a little as at this stage as it will be hidden as the dough is rolled up.) Then continue rolling up the filling in the dough into a long log. Score the log in 2-inch intervals and then cut the log into 8 segments.
  • Working with one segment at a time, turn the piece so one of the cut side is up and pinch and smooth the top until sealed. Turn over so the other cut side is facing up, and pinch and smooth that side until sealed as well. Place the formed knish, with a sealed side down, on one of the prepared baking sheets and then gently press down to flatten it slightly. Repeat the process with the remaining segments, pastry and filling until all the knishes have been formed (see Cook's Note).
  • Arrange the knishes about 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Lightly brush the tops and sides with the reserved egg wash. Bake, rotating the pans halfway through, until the knishes are golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool at least 15 minutes before serving.
  • The knishes can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature with sour cream.

POTATO LATKES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION SOUR CREAM



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 latkes

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Black pepper
Chopped scallions, for topping
2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
2 medium yellow onions
4 cloves garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 large eggs
Black pepper
4 scallions, chopped
Flavorless oil, for frying
Flaky or kosher salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • For the caramelized onion sour cream: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the onion, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Cook, stirring, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, 30 to 40 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes. Let cool.
  • Mix together the onion mixture, sour cream, onion powder, a few turns of black pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • For the potato latkes: Meanwhile, using the shredding attachment on a food processor (or mandoline), shred the potatoes, onions and garlic. Line a colander with 2 layers of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl or in the sink. Add the shredded mixture to the cheesecloth and sprinkle with the kosher salt. Let sit for 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Gather up the edges of the cheesecloth and use your hands to squeeze out any excess moisture.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, lemon juice, eggs, a few turns of black pepper and the potato mixture. Stir in the scallions.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil over medium-high heat until shimmering; it's ready when a strand of potato added to the oil immediately starts to sizzle. Use a 1/2-cup ice cream scoop to add compact scoops of the mixture to the oil, spacing them out so as not to crowd the pan. Press the scoops down lightly with a spatula to get 1/2-inch-thick patties. Fry until golden brown on both sides, a few minutes per side. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels and sprinkle with flaky or kosher salt. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the pan as needed between batches.
  • Sprinkle the caramelized onion sour cream with chopped scallions and serve with the warm latkes.

CARAMELIZED ONION-POTATO PANCAKES RECIPE



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These are all my favorite things, carmelized onions, potatoes and corn. I rarely use the red onion and use a vidalia instead but the red would also add a nice color. I also most times use basil in place of the rosemary as it is a favorite too! This is lower in fat and a better for you potato pancake! From a fitness website.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Potato

Time 20m

Yield 8 pancakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 baking potatoes, baked and chilled
nonstick cooking spray
1 red onion, julienned (I use yellow sweet like a Vidalia)
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1/2 cup corn kernel
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
2 egg whites
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the cold potatoes carefully with a paring knife and gently grate them with the coarse side of a cheese grater and set aside.
  • Lightly spray a sauté pan with nonstick cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  • Sauté the onions and peppers for about 5 minutes until the onions begin to brown. Add the corn, garlic and herbs and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Place the potatoes, vegetables, egg whites, salt and pepper in a medium size bowl and gently fold together.
  • Taste, adjust the seasoning, and form into eight 2" patties.
  • Place a non-stick griddle, skillet or lightly sprayed sauté pan over medium heat and toast each side of the cakes golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.9, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 32.6, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.4

SIMPLE CARAMELIZED ONION PANCAKES



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I came up with this looking for an inexpensive lunch dish and or a quick bread accompaniment for stews and stir fries. My kids love them anytime of day or night, hot or cold, with mustard, ketchup, or sweet chili sauce or just in the hand and out the door.

Provided by Maeven6

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon tarragon, favorite herb (optional)
2 eggs
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons oil
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup unbleached flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Dice the onion coarsely or slice.
  • Add oil to a skillet or wok and caramelize the onions and garlic together. This may take up to 30 min and can be done the night before, in mass, or early. You want them a caramel looking brown color.
  • Add your tarragon or herbs in the last 5 minutes of this process.
  • Let the onions cool and prepare the batter.
  • In a medium size bowl beat your eggs, milk and 2 Tablespoons of oil together. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl mix dry batter ingredients, flours, baking powder, salt, sugar, and pepper. Stir well. Add the dry ingredients to the egg and milk mixture stirring until fairly smooth. Some lumps are fine.
  • Now stir in the cooled caramelized onions and herbs.
  • Fry as you would any other pancake on a hot sprayed or oiled griddle at around 400°F.
  • Serve with stew, as lunch, snack, or breakfast.

PERFECT POTATO PANCAKES



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I like to serve these potato pancakes with barbecued sausage. They're also nice with baked ham and applesauce or with breakfast sausages. And, with these and other types of meals, they're a good alternative to french fries. My children are married, and I'm a widow. So I don't do as much cooking as I once did. Guests always ask for the recipe when I serve this dish, though. And when my son and his family visited me from Winnipeg not long ago, one of the first things he asked for were Perfect Potato Pancakes!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield about 16 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large potatoes (about 3 pounds)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying
Optional: Maple syrup or applesauce

Steps:

  • Peel and shred potatoes; place in a bowl of cold water. Line a colander with cheesecloth or paper towels. Drain potatoes into cloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, flour, onion, salt and pepper., In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil, about 3 in. apart. Press lightly to flatten. Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter. If desired, top with maple syrup or applesauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality onion: Yellow or white onions work best for caramelizing, as they have a higher sugar content.
  • Slice the onions thinly: This will help them caramelize evenly.
  • Cook the onions over low heat: This will allow them to caramelize slowly and develop a deep flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the onions will steam instead of caramelize.
  • Stir the onions occasionally: This will help them caramelize evenly.
  • Don't let the onions burn: Keep an eye on the onions and adjust the heat as needed.
  • Use a nonstick pan: This will help the onions caramelize evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Season the onions with salt and pepper: This will help enhance their flavor.
  • Add other ingredients, such as herbs, cheese, or crumbled bacon, to taste: This will add extra flavor and texture to the pancakes.

Conclusion:

Caramelized onion potato pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes, and they can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect caramelized onion potato pancakes every time.

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