Chef John’s Classic Potato Pancakes

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 22

Chef John's Classic Potato Pancakes Recipe

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

446

Sugar

Fat

34g

If you're looking for a classic breakfast or brunch recipe that's both hearty and satisfying, look no further than Chef John's Classic Potato Pancakes! These crispy and golden brown pancakes are made with grated russet potatoes, yellow onion, and a few other ingredients, then fried in vegetable oil until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them hot and topped with sour cream or applesauce, or get creative with your toppings to make the recipe your own.

Instructions

1.	Peel and grate the russet potatoes and yellow onion.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the grated potato and onion, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
3.	Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.	Scoop a heaping spoonful of the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten it out. Cook the potato pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
5.	Remove the potato pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb some of the excess oil.
6.	Serve the potato pancakes hot, with sour cream or applesauce on top (optional).

PROS

Chef John’s Classic Potato Pancakes are a delicious and hearty breakfast or brunch option that can be customized with your favorite toppings.

The recipe is easy to follow and can be made quickly with just a few simple ingredients.

CONS

Because the potatoes are fried, these pancakes are not the healthiest breakfast option and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe may also require a bit of muscle to grate the potatoes and onions by hand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While potatoes are not the most nutritious vegetable, they are a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.
Additionally, the eggs in this recipe provide protein and vitamins like B12 and D.

	2 1/4 pounds russet potatoes , peeled and grated
	1/2 yellow onion , grated
	2 large eggs
	3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
	1 pinch cayenne pepper
	1 cup vegetable oil for frying