Potato Pancakes with Homemade Applesauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Mouth-watering Potato Pancakes with Homemade Applesauce recipe
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 large baking potatoes , peeled and diced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 egg , beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 granny smith apples , cored and cut into medium chunks
8 ounces orange juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 small cinnamon stick ( or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon )
2 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon butter ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
396
Sugar
27g
Fat
20g
Potato pancakes are a popular breakfast or brunch item in many cultures. The Pancakes are made by grating potatoes and frying them in oil until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are often served with a variety of toppings including sour cream, applesauce, and smoked salmon. This Potato Pancakes with Homemade Applesauce recipe will take your breakfast game to the next level. The sweet and tart applesauce perfectly complements the savory pancakes, making for a breakfast that is both comforting and nutritious.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
2.Using a food processor, grate the potatoes and transfer them to a bowl of cold water.
3.In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallot and cook until soft and fragrant.
4.Squeeze the water out of the potatoes and place them into a large bowl. Add the shallot and beaten egg to the potatoes and mix well.
5.Add the salt and pepper to the potato mixture and stir thoroughly.
6.Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7.Using a large spoon, drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil. Flatten the pancake gently with the back of the spoon.
8.Cook until golden brown on both sides. Keep the cooked pancakes warm in the oven.
9.For the applesauce, combine apples, orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and nutmeg in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the apples have broken down and become soft.
10.Remove from heat and remove the cinnamon stick and cloves. Stir in butter if desired.
11.Serve the warm potato pancakes with the homemade applesauce on top.

PROS

The combination of the soft, savory potato pancakes and the sweet, chunky applesauce is unparalleled.

This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for a weekend brunch or breakfast.

CONS

The potato pancakes are fried in vegetable oil, making them high in calories and fat.

The homemade applesauce is sweetened with brown sugar, which may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions for sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of fiber, vitamins C and B6, and potassium.
Apples are high in antioxidants and may help reduce the risk of heart disease and improve digestion.

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