Nutrition Facts for Our favorite potato pancakes
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Our Favorite Potato Pancakes

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Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, "Our Favorite Potato Pancakes" are the ultimate comfort food that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Made with freshly grated Russet potatoes and a touch of finely shredded onion, these pancakes are brought to life with the perfect balance of salt, pepper, and a hint of flour for that signature crunch. Quick and easy to prepare, this family-friendly recipe takes just 20 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes to cook, yielding a plate of delicious pancakes that are perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or light main course. Serve them hot, topped with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives for an elegant finishing touch. Whether you're planning a cozy brunch or a festive dinner, these classic potato pancakes shine as the perfect crispy, savory treat.

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Recipe Information

⏱️
Prep Time
20 min
🔥
Cook Time
15 min
🕐
Total Time
35 min
👥
Servings
4 servings
📊
Difficulty
Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items
  • 4 medium Russet potatoes
  • 1 small Yellow onion
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
  • 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
  • Sour cream (optional for serving)
  • Chives (optional for garnish)
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Pro Tip: Read through all ingredients before starting to cook!

📝 Instructions

8 steps
1

Peel the potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel, then gather the edges of the towel together and wring out as much liquid as possible.

2

Grate the onion using the same box grater. Combine the shredded onion with the squeezed potatoes in a large mixing bowl.

3

Add the eggs, flour, salt, and ground black pepper to the potato mixture. Stir until well combined.

4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and hot.

5

Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake. Flatten the dollops gently into rounds with the back of a spoon or spatula.

6

Cook the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Work in batches, adding oil as needed between batches.

7

Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

8

Serve the potato pancakes hot, topped with sour cream and garnished with chopped chives, if desired. Enjoy!

Cooking Tip: Take your time with each step for the best results!
363
cal
9.0g
protein
44.3g
carbs
17.0g
fat

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (250.4g)
Calories
363
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.0 g 22%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g 18%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5 g
Cholesterol 97 mg 32%
Sodium 535 mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3 g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3.3 g 12%
Total Sugars 3.0 g
Protein 9.0 g 18%
Vitamin D 0.5 mcg 3%
Calcium 50 mg 4%
Iron 1.8 mg 10%
Potassium 979 mg 21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

48.4%%
9.7%%
41.8%%
Fat: 612 cal (41.8%%)
Protein: 142 cal (9.7%%)
Carbs: 709 cal (48.4%%)