Description
Polish comfort meets culinary magic with these cheesy potato pancakes, crispy golden delights packed with savory flavor. Home cooks can savor each perfectly browned bite, bringing warmth and tradition to the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) black pepper
Binding and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (59 milliliters) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Thoroughly grate potatoes and transfer to a pristine cloth, applying firm pressure to extract maximum liquid, ensuring a crisp texture.
- Blend the drained potato shreds with sharp cheddar, finely diced onion, whisked eggs, flour, aromatic garlic powder, seasoning, and cracked pepper in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients integrate harmoniously.
- Warm olive oil in a expansive skillet over moderate heat, creating an ideal searing environment.
- Craft uniform potato patties by scooping the mixture and gently pressing into compact circular shapes approximately 2-3 tablespoons in volume.
- Carefully position each pancake into the heated skillet, allowing bottom surface to transform into a rich golden-brown crust, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Replenish cooking oil as necessary to maintain consistent heat and prevent sticking, rotating pancakes to achieve even caramelization.
- Transfer crispy pancakes onto absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess grease and preserve crunchiness.
- Conclude preparation by adorning with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant herbaceous accent to the savory dish.
Notes
- Squeeze potatoes thoroughly to remove maximum moisture, ensuring crispy and golden pancakes without sogginess.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère or Parmesan for unique flavor profiles and added depth.
- For gluten-free version, substitute regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain texture.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding grated zucchini or carrots to the potato mixture for extra vegetables and complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg