Potato Pancakes for Cheaters
Craving golden, crispy potato pancakes but short on time? Try "Potato Pancakes for Cheaters," the ultimate shortcut recipe that transforms frozen shredded hash browns into a deliciously crunchy treat in just 25 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with onion and garlic powder, these savory pancakes are quick, fuss-free, and irresistibly flavorful. Simply mix, pan-fry, and serve them hot with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives for an elevated finish. Ideal for a quick breakfast, brunch, or snack, these time-saving potato pancakes are proof that easy can still taste amazing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Frozen shredded hash browns
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cups Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Thaw the frozen shredded hash browns and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Allow the oil to get hot but not smoking.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and flatten it into a pancake shape, about 1/4 inch thick. Carefully place it into the hot skillet.
Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat if needed to prevent burning.
Remove the cooked pancakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining potato mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as necessary.
Serve the potato pancakes hot, topped with sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped chives, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.0 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 5324 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.8 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 4206 mg | 89% | |
*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.
