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Apollo Potato Pancakes Recipe

Crispy, golden-brown Apollo Potato Pancakes! This irresistible recipe delivers fluffy interiors and perfectly crunchy exteriors. A simple yet elegant side dish or delightful snack, these pancakes are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to experience the taste of the heavens!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 163.6 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apollo Potato Pancakes

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

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How to Make Apollo Potato Pancakes

  1. Shred 2 lbs of russet potatoes. Place shredded potatoes in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for 5 minutes to remove excess starch.
  2. Drain the potatoes thoroughly. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. This step is crucial for crispy pancakes!
  3. In a large bowl, combine the well-drained potatoes with 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Gently stir the mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (or your preferred high-heat cooking oil) in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should be about 1/8 inch deep.
  6. Once the oil is hot, drop 1/2 cup portions of the potato mixture into the skillet, leaving some space between each pancake.
  7. Gently flatten each pancake with a spatula.
  8. Cook for approximately 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy! Garnish with your favorite toppings like sour cream, applesauce, or chives.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

2g

Carbs

10g

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