Main Dishes

German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)

Igor Ivanov
April 19, 2017
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German Potato Pancakes are an ultimate comfort food. I served them both with sweet (applesauce) and savory (sour cream) toppings!

6
8 potatoes (about 3 1/2 lb or 1.6kg)
2 large eggs , separated
1 large onion , finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon paprika
oil , for frying
sour cream , for serving
chives , for serving

For the applesauce:

4 apples , peeled and chopped
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Grate the potatoes using the largest size on a grater. Put into a colander and press out the liquid. Transfer to a large bowl. Separate the eggs and add the egg yolks to the potato mixture while...
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Nutritions

Calories
564

Sodium
1235mg
51% DV

Fat
2g
3% DV

Protein
14g
29% DV

Carbs
129g
44% DV

Fiber
14g
59% DV
Vegetarian