Old Fashion Potato Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients for Old Fashion Potato Pancakes

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and grated
• 1 medium yellow onion, grated
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or other high-heat oil)

How to Make Old Fashion Potato Pancakes

1. Peel and grate the potatoes and onion. Place them in a large bowl and gently toss to combine. Cover the bowl and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow excess moisture to release.
2. Drain off any excess liquid from the potato and onion mixture using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
4. Add the beaten eggs to the potato and onion mixture. Stir in the flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
6. Once the oil is hot (a pinch of batter should sizzle immediately), drop spoonfuls of the potato batter into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
7. Cook the potato pancakes for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
8. Remove the cooked potato pancakes from the skillet and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve the potato pancakes immediately with your choice of warm cinnamon applesauce or sour cream and chives.