{"id":3147,"date":"2026-05-18T13:04:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/?p=3147"},"modified":"2026-05-18T13:04:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:04:17","slug":"potato-pancakes-crispy-golden-20-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/2026\/05\/18\/potato-pancakes-crispy-golden-20-minutes\/","title":{"rendered":"Potato Pancakes (Crispy, Golden &amp; 20 Minutes)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Potato pancakes are crispy, golden, and endlessly satisfying. Shredded potatoes and onion, bound with egg, pan-fried until crunchy. Serve with sour cream or applesauce. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Twenty minutes. German comfort food at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260518_124854_634581dd-3fcc-442a-9954-1a8620f53220.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Makes 8-10 pancakes (serves 4).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 large russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd small onion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 large egg, lightly beaten<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or matzo meal)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc tsp black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oil or butter for frying (about \u00bc cup)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Topping: sour cream or applesauce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Shred the Potatoes &amp; Onion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Peel potatoes. Shred using a box grater or food processor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grate onion as well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Remove Excess Moisture (Crucial!)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place shredded potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Squeeze firmly to remove as much liquid as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Make the Batter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a bowl, combine shredded potatoes and onion, egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Pan-Fry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scoop \u00bc cup of batter into the skillet. Flatten into a thin pancake with a spatula.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook 2-3 minutes until bottom is golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flip. Cook 2-3 minutes on other side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer to paper towel to drain. Repeat with remaining batter, adding oil as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve hot with sour cream or applesauce.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes | <strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 10-15 minutes | <strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 20-25 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yield:<\/strong> 8-10 pancakes (4 servings)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Best fresh and crispy. Keeps in fridge for 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer at 375\u00b0F for 5-7 minutes (microwave makes them soggy). Freeze for 2 months. 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