Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
Classic German potato pancakes offer a delightful side or main course, typically enjoyed with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon.
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Instructions
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Wash, peel, and coarsely grate the potatoes. Squeeze their liquid into a bowl and let it settle.
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Discard the top liquid layer, retaining the potato starch at the bottom, then combine the potatoes with this starch.
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Grate the onion into the potato mixture, then add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and egg; mix thoroughly.
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Drop 1/2 cup of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flatten, and fry 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Drain potato pancakes on paper towels and serve hot, optionally with applesauce, sour cream, or parsley.