Best 8 Italian Potato Pancake Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in the culinary delight of Italian potato pancakes, a delectable dish that combines the simplicity of potatoes with a burst of Italian flavors. These savory pancakes, known as "frittelle di patate" in Italian, are a symphony of crispy exteriors and fluffy interiors, complemented by the aromatic blend of herbs and spices. Originating from the heart of Italy, these golden-brown treats have become a beloved comfort food, enjoyed by families and friends alike. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing recipes for Italian potato pancakes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.

**Recipe 1 - Traditional Frittelle di Patate:**

Our first recipe takes you on a traditional journey, highlighting the rustic charm of Italian potato pancakes. We begin with the selection of fresh, firm potatoes, which are peeled and grated to create a smooth, fluffy texture. The grated potatoes are then combined with a savory mixture of eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of aromatic herbs and seasonings. Once the batter is ready, spoonfuls of the mixture are gently dropped into hot oil, creating golden-brown pancakes that are crispy on the outside and irresistibly soft on the inside.

**Recipe 2 - Baked Italian Potato Pancakes:**

Our second recipe introduces a healthier spin on the classic frittelle di patate, showcasing the versatility of this dish. This variation utilizes the power of the oven to create a guilt-free indulgence. The potatoes are grated and combined with a blend of seasonings and herbs, forming a flavorful base. The mixture is then shaped into patties and baked until golden brown, resulting in a crispy crust and a tender, fluffy interior. This recipe caters to those seeking a lighter alternative while still savoring the authentic taste of Italian potato pancakes.

**Additional Variations:**

To further enhance your culinary experience, we provide additional variations to suit your preferences and dietary needs. Discover the tempting "Potato and Zucchini Pancakes," where the addition of grated zucchini adds a refreshing twist to the classic recipe. For a gluten-free option, try our "Gluten-Free Italian Potato Pancakes," which utilize almond flour and tapioca starch to create a delectable treat that accommodates dietary restrictions. Finally, the "Vegan Italian Potato Pancakes" offer a plant-based alternative, showcasing the versatility of this dish in catering to various dietary choices.

**Conclusion:**

Whether you prefer the traditional fried version or the healthier baked variation, our Italian potato pancakes recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With the detailed instructions provided, you can easily recreate these culinary delights in the comfort of your own kitchen. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a delightful journey into the world of Italian potato pancakes. Buon Appetito!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN POTATO PANCAKES #SP5



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Official Contest Entry: Simply Potatoes 5Fix. This was one of my Mom's recipes. Crispy, flavorful, pancakes to use as a side dish or as a light meal if served with a salad.

Provided by Mariann Hoydicz

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 24 pancakes, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (24 ounce) package Simply Potatoes Garlic Mashed Potatoes
1/2 cup romano cheese, grated
2 eggs
1/2 cup flour
4 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, garlic, cheese, egg and flour, salt & pepper until blended. Mixture will be thick but spoonable.
  • In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter, with spoon, place mixture into skillet, let cook a few minutes until edges start to brown, flip and continue cooking until browned. Similar to pancakes. Continue until all potatoes are cooked. Use additional butter, if skillet dries out.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.5, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 44.9, Sodium 88.3, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.8

CHEF JOHN'S CLASSIC POTATO PANCAKES



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The one and only way to not get perfectly crispy potato pancakes is to not squeeze them properly. More than half the procedure was dedicated to grating, soaking, draining, and squeezing the potatoes. If you don't thoroughly squeeze all the liquid from the potatoes, the pancakes just won't crisp up as well. Top with thinly sliced smoked salmon, sour cream, and fresh dill.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¼ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and grated
½ yellow onion, grated
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and onion into a large bowl and pour enough cold water in the bowl to cover by several inches. Let rest until potatoes and onion are completely soaked, 20 to 30 minutes. Pour potato mixture into a colander, rinse, drain, and squeeze repeatedly to remove all moisture.
  • Whisk eggs, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Mix potato mixture and egg mixture together in a large bowl with a spatula.
  • Heat 1/4-inch oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, drop large spoonfuls of potato batter into hot oil and flatten with a spatula to about 1/2-inch thick. Cook until the edges of pancakes are golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, flip pancakes, and cook until golden brown and crispy on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Repeat cooking process with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 633.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CRISPY POTATO PANCAKES



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Here's a potato pancake recipe that doesn't take much time to make and is just right for two people. Weekends become our time to relax and enjoy life, and these potato pancakes are one of our favorite treats. -Nancy Salinas, Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium potatoes, peeled
1 egg
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Canola oil

Steps:

  • Finely grate potatoes; drain any liquid. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Add egg, onion, flour, salt, pepper and garlic powder; mix well. , In a large skillet, heat 1/8 in. of oil over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls; press lightly to flatten. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEESY POTATO PANCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: yukon gold potato, yellow onion, eggs, garlic, cornstarch, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, breadcrumb meal, olive oil, sour cream, green onion

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb yukon gold potato, peeled
½ yellow onion
3 eggs
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup cheddar cheese, grated
½ cup monterey jack cheese, grated
⅓ cup breadcrumb meal
¼ cup olive oil, for frying
1 sour cream, to serve
1 green onion, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Using a box grater, shred the potatoes into a towel in a bowl and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • Set aside and grate the onion.
  • Add the grated potatoes and grated onion onion to a large bowl. Add in the eggs, garlic, cornstarch, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, monterey jack, and breadcrumbs and mix until combined.
  • Take ½ cup of the potato mixture and form into a thin patty, about ⅓-inch thick.
  • Heat cooking oil over medium-high heat and place potato patty into the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Repeat with remaining patties.
  • Serve with sour cream and green onions on top, and enjoy!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 3 grams

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.

POTATO PANCAKES I



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This is a traditional potato pancake recipe, and is a wonderful comfort food. Serve with applesauce and sour cream for a light dinner, or with roast chicken for a hearty winter meal. You can use more flour if the mixture seems too wet.

Provided by FISHLOVE

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large potatoes
1 yellow onion
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
ground black pepper to taste
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Finely grate potatoes with onion into a large bowl. Drain off any excess liquid.
  • Mix in egg, salt, and black pepper. Add enough flour to make mixture thick, about 2 to 4 tablespoons all together.
  • Turn oven to low, about 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Heat 1/4 inch oil in the bottom of a heavy skillet over medium high heat. Drop two or three 1/4 cup mounds into hot oil, and flatten to make 1/2 inch thick pancakes. Fry, turning once, until golden brown. Transfer to paper towel lined plates to drain, and keep warm in low oven until serving time. Repeat until all potato mixture is used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 414.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE TOPPED POTATO PANCAKES



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Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry: Tasty potato pancakes made in a snap using Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns! Then, topped with a yummy, creamy topping filled with Italian sausage, red bell pepper, fresh spinach and goat cheese. If you are looking for something different to serve your family for dinner, this delicious, quick and easy dish is for you!

Provided by Sirbarney

Categories     Potato

Time 31m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups Simply Potatoes® Shredded Hash Browns
2 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 lb hot Italian sausage, casing removed
1 red bell pepper, seeds and veins removed, diced
3 cups packed fresh Baby Spinach
1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces goat cheese
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
additional fresh basil (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, green onions, parmesan cheese, eggs, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, set aside.
  • In a large non-stick skillet or griddle, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Measure out 1/3 cup of potato mixture, drop into heated skillet, spread out into a 3 1/2" to 4" round. Continue this process using the remaining potato mixture, making a total of 8 potato pancakes. Cook until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes, flip pancakes over and continue to cook until second side is golden brown, approximately another 2 - 3 minutes. Add additional 1 - 2 tablespoons oil, if needed. Remove to plate, season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; keep warm. (Depending on size of skillet you may need to cook potato pancakes in 2 batches.).
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the sausage and red bell pepper and cook until sausage is cooked through, approximately 4 - 5 minutes, being sure to break up sausage into small pieces as it cooks. Add in the spinach and continuing cooking, just until spinach begins to wilt. Transfer to a medium bowl; set aside.
  • In the same skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add in the shallot and garlic and cook for 1 - 2 minutes until shallot begins to soften. Add in the goat cheese and cream and cook until goat cheese has melted, stirring constantly. Add in the reserved sausage mixture, remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper and the chopped basil; mix to fully combine.
  • To serve, stagger 2 potato pancakes on serving plate, top with sausage mixture, garnish with additional fresh basil.

CLASSIC POTATO PANCAKES



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This is the classic latke, made with little more than grated potatoes and onions, with egg and flour for binding.

Provided by Andrew Friedman

Categories     Egg     Onion     Potato     Appetizer     Side     Fry     Hanukkah     Quick & Easy     Kosher     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 24 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium onion, peeled
4 large russet or Idaho potatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds), peeled
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
Applesauce and/or sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200°F. Place 2 nonstick baking sheets in oven.
  • Using box grater or food processor fitted with grating disc, coarsely grate onion and place in colander set in sink. Coarsely grate potatoes, add to colander, and set aside to drain.
  • In large mixing bowl, lightly beat eggs, then whisk in flour.
  • Press potatoes and onion to extract as much liquid as possible, then add to egg/flour mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Using wooden spoon or hands, mix well, but do not overwork.
  • In heavy-bottomed, 12-inch skillet over moderately high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter until hot but not smoking. Drop 4 scant 1/4-cup portions of potato mixture into pan and flatten with spatula to form four 3-inch pancakes.
  • Fry until bottoms are golden-brown, 4 to 5 minutes, then turn over and fry until golden-brown and crisp, an additional 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; season immediately with salt and pepper. Keep warm on baking sheets in oven while making remaining pancakes.
  • Using paper towels, carefully wipe out pan. Add 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter and fry 4 more pancakes. Repeat with remaining batter, wiping out pan and adding 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter before each batch.
  • Serve pancakes hot with applesauce and/or sour cream.

Tips:

  • Use a box grater to get the best texture for your potatoes. Shredding them too finely will make them too mushy, while shredding them too coarsely will make them too chunky.
  • Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the potatoes before adding them to the batter. This will help the pancakes stay crispy.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the pancakes tough.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat before cooking the pancakes. This will help prevent them from sticking.
  • Cook the pancakes in batches, if necessary. Don't overcrowd the skillet, or the pancakes won't cook evenly.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, applesauce, and maple syrup.

Conclusion:

Italian potato pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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