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Vegan Kartoffelpuffer (Potato Pancakes) recipe by Safe Plated

Vegan Kartoffelpuffer (Potato Pancakes)

Crispy and savory potato pancakes, a classic German snack, made entirely vegan and allergy-friendly.

45m4 servings
DAIRY-freeEGG-free
220 cal|3g protein|28g carbs|11g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1000 g Potatoes
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 tbsp Potato Starch
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup 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. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine the grated potatoes, onion, potato starch, applesauce, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening slightly.
  5. 5Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Substitutions

Egg → Unsweetened Applesauce

Acts as a binder to hold the mixture together.

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