Crispy Potato Pancakes with Fruit Compote
Golden-fried Polish potato pancakes—shredded potatoes bound with egg and flour, pan-fried until the edges curl and crisp. Served warm with tart fruit compote for a sweet-savory dinner that hits in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Peel and finely shred potatoes using a box grater. Finely mince the onion.
Step 2
Squeeze shredded potatoes over a bowl with your hands to release excess moisture. Transfer to a clean bowl.
Step 3
Add egg, flour, onion, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
Step 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
Step 5
Drop 2-tbsp portions of potato mixture into the skillet. Flatten with the back of a spoon into thin pancakes. Fry 4–5 minutes until edges curl and turn golden brown.
Step 6
Flip and fry another 2–3 minutes until the other side is crispy. Transfer to a plate.
Step 7
Serve warm pancakes with fruit compote on the side or spooned on top.
Tools you’ll need
- box grater
- large mixing bowl
- 12-inch cast iron or heavy stainless-steel skillet
- rubber spatula or wooden spoon
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