MOM'S POTATO PANCAKES

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These old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy inside and crispy outside. Onion adds nice flavor. Mom got this recipe from Grandma, so we've enjoyed it for years. -Dianne Esposite, New Middletown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups shredded peeled potatoes (about 4 large potatoes)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying
Optional: Chopped parsley, applesauce and sour cream

Steps:

  • Rinse shredded potatoes in cold water; drain well, squeezing to remove excess water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in egg, flour, onion, salt and pepper. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop potato mixture by 1/3 cupfuls into oil; press to flatten slightly. Fry both sides until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve immediately. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and top with applesauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Sarah Trefren
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I was really impressed with these potato pancakes! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I used a food processor to grate the potatoes, which saved me a lot of time. I also added a little bit of grated cheddar cheese to the batter,


Ulrich Koufana
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Yum!


Michael Hernandez
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These potato pancakes are the best I've ever had! They're so crispy and flavorful, and they hold together perfectly. I love that they're also easy to make and can be served with a variety of toppings. I highly recommend this recipe!


Alishba Noor
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Easy and tasty!


Favour Chukwuma
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These potato pancakes were a labor of love, but they were totally worth it! I grated the potatoes by hand and cooked them in a cast iron skillet, which gave them a beautiful crust. I served them with sour cream and applesauce, and they were absolutel


Md Hadikul
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I've made these potato pancakes several times now and they're always a hit! They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a perfect balance of potato, onion, and herbs. I love that they're also easy to make and can be served with a var


Jorge Diaz
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Delicious! Will definitely make again.


Johnny Mainez
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These potato pancakes are a family favorite! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use up leftover mashed potatoes to make them. They're also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


nasira sumi
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Perfect potato pancakes! Crispy, fluffy, and delicious.


Fhhfg Dhhf
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I was skeptical at first, but these potato pancakes turned out to be amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I served them with sour cream and applesauce and they were a huge hit with my fa


Thabiso Nyatse
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These potato pancakes are the best! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use up leftover mashed potatoes to make them. They're also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Aliyu Ibraheem
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I've tried many potato pancake recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The pancakes were perfectly crispy and flavorful, and they held together beautifully. I served them with sour cream and applesauce, and they were a huge hit wi


John Mossberger
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Delicious and easy to make!


Lamarion Peters
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These potato pancakes were a hit at our family breakfast! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a perfect balance of potato, onion, and herbs. The step-by-step instructions made them easy to follow, even for a novice cook lik