Kartoffelpuffer with Applesauce
Crispy German potato pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer, are a delightful side dish or light meal. Made from grated potatoes and onions, they are pan-fried until golden brown and often served with a side of sweet applesauce.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 431 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs and gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 900 gpotato, peeled and grated
- 1 pcsyellow onion, grated
- 2 pcsegg, beaten
- 30 gall-purpose flour
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 60 mlvegetable oil
for serving
- 240 gapplesauce
Equipment
grater · paper towels · large bowl · spatula · skillet · kitchen towel
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the grated potatoes and grated onion into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
Cook’s note: Squeezing out as much liquid as possible is crucial for crispy Kartoffelpuffer.
- 2
Firmly squeeze out all excess moisture from the potato and onion mixture.
About 5 min
- 3
Transfer the dried potato and onion mixture to a large bowl.
- 4
Add the beaten eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- 5
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
About 2 min
- 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying; a drop of batter should sizzle immediately.
- 7
Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon to form pancakes about 1/2 inch thick.
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- 8
Fry for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
About 12 min
Cook’s note: Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring they cook through.
- 9
Remove the Kartoffelpuffer from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 10
Serve immediately with a side of applesauce.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 430.5kcal
- Protein
- 9.3g
- Carbs
- 58.8g
- Fat
- 18.3g
- Fibre
- 7.1g
- Sugar
- 12.1g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Kartoffelpuffer in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a dry skillet or oven until crispy and warmed through.
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