German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 1/2 cup Applesauce
• 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1Peel and grate the potatoes and onion.
2. 2Place the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
3. 3In a large bowl, combine the grated potato mixture, applesauce, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
4. 4Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. 5Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
6. 6Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream (dairy-free alternative available).

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