Swiss Cheese Potato Pancakes
Crispy, golden, and packed with cheesy goodness, these Swiss Cheese Potato Pancakes deliver comfort food at its finest. Made with freshly shredded russet potatoes, melty Swiss cheese, and a hint of scallion for a pop of flavor, these savory pancakes are the perfect blend of texture and taste. A touch of flour and egg binds the ingredients into perfectly crisp patties, fried to perfection in a hot skillet. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an ideal side dish, breakfast treat, or even a standalone snack. Top them with a dollop of tangy sour cream for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for cheese lovers and anyone craving indulgent potato goodness, these pancakes are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 cup (shredded) Swiss cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Scallions
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons (for frying) Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup (optional, for serving) Sour cream
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and shred them using a box grater. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, shredded Swiss cheese, egg, flour, chopped scallions, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and shape it into a patty. Flatten it slightly for even cooking.
Place the patties in the skillet, cooking 3-4 at a time, depending on the size of your pan. Ensure they have enough space to cook evenly.
Fry the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining potato mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the Swiss Cheese Potato Pancakes warm, garnished with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.4 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 2822 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.5 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 4146 mg | 88% | |
*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.
