Description
Traditional Polish potato pancakes that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, made from grated potatoes, onion, and simple seasonings, then pan-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
- Sour cream or applesauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes using the large holes of a grater.
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible.
- Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mix in the grated onion.
- Add eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then stir until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten slightly with a spoon.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil if needed.
- Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce if desired.
Notes
- Squeezing out excess moisture from the potatoes helps achieve crispier pancakes.
- You can keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the rest.
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh parsley or chives to the batter.
- These pancakes are traditionally served with sour cream or applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Polish