Potato Pancakes with Fried Potatoes and Green Sauce

Step 1

Grate 4 medium potatoes and 1 small onion into a bowl. Squeeze out excess liquid with your hands, then discard the liquid.

Step 2

Stir in 1 egg, 2 tbsp flour, and 1/2 tsp salt until just combined. The batter should be lumpy, not smooth.

Step 3

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Drop 1/4 cup batter per pancake, flattening slightly. Cook until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil if needed.

Step 4

While pancakes cook, cut 2 of the remaining potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Heat 2 tbsp oil in another skillet over medium-high. Add potatoes and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix 1 cup yogurt with 1 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, dill) and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.

Step 6

Serve the pancakes topped with fried potatoes and a generous dollop of green sauce. Add a pat of butter on top if you like.