Crispy and Golden Potato Pancakes Recipe: Just Like Grandma’s, but Better
There's nothing quite like the crispy, golden perfection of a homemade potato pancake. This recipe brings the nostalgic flavors of Grandma’s kitchen but with a few upgrades to make them even better.
Here's how to make the ultimate potato pancakes that are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavor!
Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a clean dish towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure crispiness.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
Fry the Pancakes: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake, pressing down gently to form a patty. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Serve: Place the cooked potato pancakes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot, topped with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite condiment.
These potato pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. The key to the extra crispiness is removing the moisture from the potatoes and frying them in hot oil.