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German Potato Pancakes

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Golden and crispy on the outside, yet soft and flavorful on the inside, these German Potato Pancakes, also known as 'Reibekuchen' or 'Puffer,' offer a delicious combination of textures and savory flavor. They are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 lb russet potatoes

1 small yellow onion

Pinch of salt plus more for seasoning

Pinch of black pepper for savory pancakes

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 large egg

Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the potatoes. Grate them into a bowl using the large grating side of a box grater. Grate the onion into the same bowl.
  2. If there is excess liquid pooling in the potato mixture, drain off as much as possible.
  3. Add the salt, pepper (if making savory pancakes), flour, and egg to the potato-onion mixture. Use your hands to thoroughly mix everything together into a thick batter.
  4. Heat 1-2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat in a large skillet. For each pancake, scoop about 2 tbsp of the potato batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
  5. Fry the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and crispy on both sides. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. Once all the pancakes are fried once, re-fry them one more time for 30-60 seconds per side for extra crunch.
  7. Serve the potato pancakes immediately while hot and crispy. Top with applesauce, sour cream, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Sweet Potato Pancakes: Swap out the russet potatoes for sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist on this classic recipe.
  • Vegan Option: Replace the egg with a flax egg and use a plant-based flour to make these pancakes vegan-friendly.
  • Herbed Pancakes: Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives to the batter for a fragrant and flavorful variation.
  • Cheese-filled Pancakes: Add shredded cheese to the batter for an extra cheesy version of these pancakes.
  • To store leftovers, refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet or oven.
  • For extra crunch, fry the pancakes twice, ensuring they are golden and crispy.

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