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Simple Shredded Potato Pancakes
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- 12
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
Potato pancakes are a symbolic and scrumptious treat commonly made for Hanukkah. Not only are they super crispy and really tasty, but thanks to the pre-shredded potatoes you can find at your favorite supermarket, these Simple Shredded Potato Pancakes are, well, simple to make! And, even if you don't celebrate Hanukkah, these easy potato pancakes make a delicious side dish for breakfast or dinner any day of the week! It's a crispy, full-of-flavor way to satisfy your taste buds!
What You'll Need
- 1 (20-ounce) bag refrigerated shredded potatoes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine potatoes, onion, and egg; mix well. Add flour, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Measure out about a heaping 1/4 cup of potato mixture and form it into a patty. (Yes, it’s ok to use your hands for this.) Continue to form patties with remaining potato mixture.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil until hot, but not smoking. In batches, place potato pancakes into oil and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden on both sides. Drain on a paper towel-lined platter; serve warm.
Test Kitchen Tips
- If you prefer to shred fresh potatoes, you’ll need about 3-1/2 cups. You may have to add a bit more or less flour to the mixture based on the moisture content of your potatoes. We suggest cooking one pancake and tasting it to make sure the mixture is perfect before cooking them all. If it’s too thick, add a tablespoon or so of water, too thin, add more flour.
- Serve these piping hot with sour cream or applesauce. If you'd like to be a super kitchen hero, you can easily make our Chunky Applesauce!
- For more traditional Hanukkah recipes, that will go great with these easy potato pancakes, check out our Herb Roasted Bundt Pan Chicken or this so-juicy-and-good Crowd-Pleasing Brisket!
- Ready for dessert? We've got these sweet Hanukkah Butter Cookies, or if your family prefers, our Chocolate Chip Rugelach or Apricot Rugelach recipes will top off the night in the perfect-dessert kind of way!
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Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 1
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 0.0
- Calories from Fat 0
- Total Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Saturated Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Protein 0.0g 0 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 0.0mg 0 %
- Sodium 0.0mg 0 %
- Total Carbohydrates 0.0g 0 %
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g 0 %
- Sugars 0.0g 0 %
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thyme2trythat
Jun 04, 2015
I used this recipe and made something very similar! They came out perfect and were the quick and easy way to make a simple German side dish!! Loved it!! Great recipe! Here is my version of this awesome recipe!! http//thyme2trythat.com/?p=64preview=truepreviewid == =64
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MadeleineKalamas 8809754
Mar 25, 2015
I added shredded carrot with the onion and garlic salt. They were yummy!
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greedyedie15227
Sep 29, 2014
I make these often, We like cheese sauce over them
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grandmad511 0020918
Sep 02, 2013
I always used leftover mashed potatoes ,but this will be for supper tonight with meat loaf.
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lorriemccauleywheeler 2471760
Dec 13, 2012
was a really good recipe--easy and yummy
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tuckersena 1176873
Dec 12, 2012
I THINK THIS IS WOUNDERFUL,AND IT'S EASY AND OOH IT'S SO GOOOD!!
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bicycleben56 6783495
Dec 10, 2012
Grab 2 packages of country gravy and pour it over the pancakes, as good as biscuits and gravy!!!! OOH IT'S SO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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BSNYDER841 5935111
Dec 09, 2012
THESE ARE GREAT. YOUCANALSO TAKE YELLOW SQUASH , GRATE IT AND FOLLOW THE SAME DIRECTIONS. IT IS VERYGOOD AND A GREAT WAYTO USE UP YOUR SQUASH.
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theresa4601
Dec 09, 2012
I love yellow squash, thanks so much for this suggestion, can't wait to try it!
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bicycleben56 6783495
Dec 10, 2012
ZUCCHINI WOULD BE GOOD 2!!!!
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beckyarichardson 2993942
Dec 09, 2012
I have made "traditional" potatoe pancakes for years... but this sounds quicker, easier, and probably more KID FRIENDLY. Definitely will give them a try!
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Member 7483233
Dec 08, 2012
how many potatoes make 20 oz.?
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Test Kitchen Team
Dec 10, 2012
Thank you for your question! If you prefer to shred them yourself, 3.5 cups is 20 oz.
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Member 7483233
Dec 08, 2012
how many potatoes make 20 oz.?
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Charlie Larkin
Dec 08, 2012
3-5 potatoes are about 1-1/4 to 1-1/3 pounds.
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deewaller 0745984
Dec 07, 2012
Can you make these up and freeze some before cooking for later use?
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Test Kitchen Team
Dec 10, 2012
Yes you can! Cook them, freeze them and then re-heat them on a baking sheet when you are ready to serve them. Enjoy!
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johnryder699 3185063
Dec 07, 2012
can you shread your own patatoes and how many
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sonnetaki
Dec 07, 2012
my mom used to make these, except she grated her potatoes, i love them/
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francadotte 0149599
Dec 07, 2012
If I wanted to use fresh potatoes how much would I use?
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iwillretire 7539918
Dec 17, 2011
Hi there potato pancake lovers! The secret for these is using refrigerated potatoes...NOT FROZEN...make life easier and tastier.
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whosyournana 9622226
Dec 07, 2012
can you thaw the frozen potatoes & use them after patting them dry?
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