Polish Potato Pancakes (Placki Ziemniaczane)
Crisp, golden potato pancakes served with sour cream and chives, ready in under 30 minutes for a comforting Polish snack or side dish.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Method
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Step 1 of 5
Combine the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen cloth, squeeze out excess moisture, then return to a bowl.
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Step 2 of 5
Stir in the egg, flour, salt and pepper until a cohesive batter forms.
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Step 3 of 5
Heat a shallow layer of oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat; drop spoonfuls of batter, flatten gently and fry 3‑4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.
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Step 4 of 5
Transfer the pancakes to paper towels to drain, then keep warm while cooking the remaining batter.
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Step 5 of 5
Serve the hot pancakes topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.
Notes from the kitchen
If fresh potatoes are unavailable, use frozen grated potatoes thawed and drained; they yield a slightly softer texture.
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