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Gluten-Free Hungarian Potato Pancakes (Tócsni)

A savory and crispy potato pancake, adapted to be gluten-free using potato starch as a binder, capturing the essence of Hungarian Tócsni.

40m4 servings
Contains eggWHEAT-free
250 cal|5g protein|30g carbs|12g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 large Potatoes
  • 0.5 medium Onion
  • 2 tablespoons Potato Starch
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Grate the potatoes and onion using a box grater.
  2. 2Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible from the grated potatoes and onion. This is crucial for crispy pancakes.
  3. 3In a bowl, combine the grated potato and onion, potato starch, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. 5Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly.
  6. 6Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. 7Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

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