Kartoffelpuffer

Name: Kartoffelpuffer
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, grated; 1 yellow onion, grated; 2 large eggs, beaten; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Crispy German potato pancakes fried to a deep golden brown with onion and subtle nutmeg. Serve warm with applesauce or savory sour cream.

35 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

GermanSideStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreeSoy-FreeDairy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes, grated
1 yellow onion, grated
2 large eggs, beaten
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Squeeze excess liquid from 2 lbs grated russet potatoes and 1 grated yellow onion using a clean kitchen towel until completely dry.
2

Transfer potatoes and onion to a bowl, then mix in 2 beaten large eggs, 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg.
3

Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4

Spoon potato mixture into hot oil, flatten into thin patties, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
5

Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Questions

Can I make Kartoffelpuffer gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 3 tbsp all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Kartoffelpuffer keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Kartoffelpuffer?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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