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old fashioned country golden-brown potato pancakes with sour cream and chopped herbs on a plate

Crispy & Golden: Grandma’s Country Potato Pancakes

Made with simple, inexpensive pantry staples like potatoes, onions, and eggs, this recipe delivers maximum comfort without breaking the bank.
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Course: main dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: country, old fashioned, pancakes, potatoes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 254kcal
Cost: $6.00

Equipment

  • 1 grater
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 potato peeler
  • 1 drainer
  • 1 Table spoon

Ingredients 

  • 3 large potatoes (about 2 lbs, peeled
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp grated onion
  • 2 Tbsps all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅛ inch vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Peel then finely grate the potatoes. Drain any liquid.
  • Add the eggs, salt, flour, onion, and baking powder.
  • In the skillet, add the oil to the depth of ⅛ inch, and heat it over medium high heat about 375°.
  • Drop the batter by using a heaping tablespoon in the hot oil. Flatten into patties.
  • Fry until golden brown, turning them over only once. Serve them immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Crispy & Golden: Grandma’s Country Potato Pancakes
Serving Size
 
2 servings
Amount per Serving
Calories
254
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
129
mg
43
%
Sodium
 
238
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
39
g
13
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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