Tender Potato Pancakes
3 servings
50 minutes
Tender potato pancakes are a classic dish of Russian cuisine that embodies the coziness of home and the warmth of family meals. Their history is rooted in the traditions of village cooking, where potatoes were a staple ingredient. These pancakes have an airy, soft texture thanks to the combination of boiled potatoes, milk, and flour. Added onions and garlic provide zest, while butter enriches the flavor. The golden crust formed during frying gives a pleasant crunch. They pair perfectly with sour cream or mushroom sauce, complementing their delicate texture. This versatile dish is suitable for breakfast or a cozy dinner and can also be a great addition to a festive table.
1
Boil and mash the potatoes.
- Potato: 500 g
2
Place in a deep bowl. Add oil to the potatoes and mix.
- Butter: 20 g
3
Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Onion: 40 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
4
Add onion, garlic, eggs, salt, and pepper to the potatoes.
- Onion: 40 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground allspice: to taste
5
Mix actively and gradually pour in the milk and add the flour. The mixture should be lump-free.
- Milk: 100 ml
- Wheat flour: 150 g
6
Spray oil on a hot skillet (or brush it) and place the pancakes. If the mixture is liquid, you can use a spoon or small ladle; if it's thick, you can shape thick pancakes by hand.
- Butter: 20 g
