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German potato pancakes

German potato pancakes combine the best of both worlds: crunchy on the outside, and soft and creamy on the inside. The combination of these textures creates an irresistible dish that's sure to please everyone at your dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large eggs
  • 2 ½ lbs. Russet potatoes peeled and grated well
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • Onion grated well
  • ¼ C. Flour
  • Oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Place the grated potatoes into a flour sack towel, and wring out as well as you can to remove as much water as possible.
  2. Mix together the onion, eggs, salt, flour and potatoes in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Heat a layer of oil in a skillet over medium high heat, and drop the mixture by the ½ cup into the heated oil.
  4. Fry evenly on both sides until browned and crispy.
  5. Drain on a paper towel lined plate before serving.