Potato Griddle Cakes
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly hearty, Potato Griddle Cakes are a comforting twist on traditional potato dishes that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy side dish. Made with simple ingredients like freshly grated potatoes, green onions, and a hint of black pepper, these savory cakes are pan-fried to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. The addition of milk and baking powder ensures a light yet substantial texture, while squeezing the water out of the grated potatoes is the secret to their crispiness. Ready in under 40 minutes, these versatile cakes pair beautifully with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're craving a quick snack or an impressive crowd-pleaser, these Potato Griddle Cakes are sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Potatoes
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 2 tablespoons Butter or oil
Instructions
Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Transfer the grated potatoes to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. This step is essential to ensure crispy griddle cakes.
Thinly slice the green onion stalks and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, flour, egg, milk, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and sliced green onions. Mix until a thick batter forms.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture onto the skillet for each griddle cake. Use a spatula to press them down gently and shape them into rounds about 1/2 inch thick.
Cook the cakes for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Work in batches, adding more butter or oil as needed.
Once cooked, transfer the griddle cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 1832 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3536 mg | 75% | |
*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.
