Hello, friends! 🤗 Today, I’m sharing a mouthwatering recipe for crispy and creamy potato pancakes. These are so good, they’ll quickly become your favorite! Perfect for a cozy meal or as a snack, this dish is easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make these delicious potato pancakes:
- For the Filling:
- 3 medium potatoes
- 1 onion
- 1 pepper
- 100 grams (3.5 oz) of cheese
- Spring onions (a handful, chopped)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- For the Pancakes:
- 2 eggs
- ½ tablespoon sugar
- 500 ml (2 cups) milk
- 200 grams (7 oz or 11 tablespoons) flour
- Pinch of salt
- Sunflower oil (for frying)
- For Coating:
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons flour
- Breadcrumbs
- Butter (for frying)
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
- Peel and dice 3 medium potatoes.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Drain and mash the potatoes until smooth. Set aside.
Step 2: Fry the Onion
- Dice 1 onion.
- Heat sunflower oil in a pan and fry the onion until translucent.
- Set the fried onion aside to cool slightly.
Step 3: Make the Filling
- Chop 1 pepper and a handful of spring onions.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, fried onions, chopped pepper, spring onions, and 100 grams of cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
Step 4: Prepare the Pancake Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- 2 eggs
- ½ tablespoon sugar
- 500 ml (2 cups) milk
- 200 grams (7 oz or 11 tablespoons) flour
- A pinch of salt
- Whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with sunflower oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan and swirl to spread evenly.
- Cook each pancake until golden on both sides. Repeat until all the batter is used.
Step 6: Assemble the Pancakes
- Take a cooked pancake and spread 2 tablespoons of the potato filling evenly over it.
- Roll the pancake tightly and set aside. Repeat for all pancakes.
Step 7: Coat and Fry
- Prepare a coating station with three bowls:
- Bowl 1: Flour
- Bowl 2: Whisked eggs
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs
- Coat each rolled pancake by dipping it first in flour, then in egg, and finally in breadcrumbs.
- Heat butter in a frying pan and fry the coated pancakes until crispy and golden brown.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these crispy potato pancakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a side of sour cream. Garnish with freshly chopped spring onions for an extra touch of flavor.
Final Thoughts
What a delicious way to enjoy potatoes! 😋 If you loved this recipe, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to my blog for more amazing dishes. Your support means the world to me 🤗!
Bon Appétit! With love 🥰
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