Potato pancakes with pear
4 servings
60 minutes
Potato pancakes with pear are a refined dish of Russian cuisine that combines simple ingredients with an original taste. Grated potato pancakes, tender inside and with a golden crust outside, gain special depth from sweet caramelized pears. The juiciness of the fruit perfectly harmonizes with the mild spiciness of the cottage cheese-garlic sauce, creating an interesting contrast of flavors. Historically, potato dishes are widespread in Russian cooking, and the addition of pear gives this recipe an unusual touch. These pancakes can be served as a standalone dish or as an original appetizer for a festive dinner. They pair perfectly with sour cream, fresh herbs, and a cup of fragrant tea, creating a cozy atmosphere for family meals.
1
Grate the potatoes on a fine grater, mix with semolina, egg, add salt and pepper. Pour small pancakes onto a heated skillet and bake.
- Potato: 4 pieces
- Semolina: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Peel the pears and remove the seeds, cut them in half, boil for about 10 minutes, then take them out and fry in a pan with oil.
- Pears: 2 pieces
3
Mix cottage cheese, sour cream, grated garlic, black pepper, and salt.
- Cottage cheese: 150 g
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Spread the cottage cheese filling on the pancake and cover it with another pancake. Place a pear on top.
- Pears: 2 pieces