Crispy Golden Potato Pancakes
These crispy golden potato pancakes are the kind of comfort food that turns a few simple ingredients into something incredibly delicious. Thin, crunchy around the edges and tender in the center, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or as an easy side dish.
The secret is removing as much moisture as possible from the grated potatoes before cooking. This helps the pancakes become beautifully crisp instead of soft or soggy. Serve them hot with sour cream, yogurt, garlic sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
INGREDIENTS & PREPARATION
Ingredients
For the Potato Pancakes:
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 small onion
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tablespoon butter, optional
For Serving:
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh parsley or green onions
- Garlic yogurt sauce
- Lemon wedges
- Freshly ground black pepper
