Classic Potato Pancakes

4 servings

60 minutes

Classic potato pancakes are a soulful dish of Belarusian cuisine, featuring a rich flavor with a crispy golden crust and a tender, soft texture inside. Rooted in folk traditions, this dish has become a symbol of home comfort and simplicity. The main ingredient is white potato, which gives the pancakes tenderness, while the addition of onion enhances the aroma. Eggs and flour help maintain shape and create the perfect consistency. Potato pancakes pair perfectly with sour cream or fresh herbs and can be served as a standalone dish or as a side. When cooked in a pan, they develop an appetizing crust that intensifies the flavor. This dish is suitable for a cozy family dinner and evokes warm traditions of Belarusian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 306.3
• Proteins: 10.6g
• Fats: 4.3g
• Carbohydrates: 58.4g

Ingredients

• White potatoes: 700 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Onion: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 125 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut the potatoes and grate them on a large grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • White potatoes: 700 g

2. Chop the onion finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece

3. Put potatoes in a large container, add onions, pour in flour, and pour in eggs.

   Required ingredients:

   • White potatoes: 700 g
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Wheat flour: 125 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

4. Stir with a tablespoon until homogeneous

5. Fry the resulting mixture in a pan heated over fire.