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Polish Potato Pancakes Recipe (Placki Ziemniaczane)

Polish Potato Pancakes Recipe (Placki Ziemniaczane)

Crispy on the outside and soft inside, these Polish potato pancakes are a comforting dish made with grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour. They're perfect with sour cream, applesauce, or savory toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: polish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large potatoes high-starch, like Russet or Idaho
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying, such as vegetable or sunflower oil

Method
 

Grate the Potatoes and Onion
  1. Grate the potatoes and onion using a fine grater. Place the grated mixture in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess liquid.
Mix the Batter
  1. In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
Heat the Oil
  1. Heat a generous amount of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Fry the Pancakes
  1. Scoop a spoonful of batter (about 2-3 tablespoons) into the pan and flatten it gently with a spatula to form a pancake. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain Excess Oil
  1. Remove the pancakes and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve
  1. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, applesauce, or crispy bacon bits.

Notes

  • If the batter feels too wet, add a bit more flour to bind it.
  • To reheat leftovers, warm them in a skillet to maintain their crispiness.
  • These pancakes can also be frozen and reheated in the oven for a quick snack.