Description
Golden and crispy German Potato Pancakes combining shredded russet potatoes, smoked turkey bacon, and plant-based ingredients for a savory, comforting dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup plant-based egg substitute
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes and Onion: Peel and grate the russet potatoes and yellow onion using the large holes of a box grater for the best texture. Place the grated mixture into a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure crispy pancakes.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon until crisp. Remove from the skillet and chop into small pieces to mix with the potato batter for smoky flavor in every bite.
- Mix the Batter: Combine the grated potatoes and onion with the smoked turkey bacon pieces, plant-based egg substitute, all-purpose flour, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly to create a cohesive batter ready for frying.
- Fry the Pancakes: Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Spoon the batter into the pan, gently pressing it down to form round pancakes. Fry each side for about 4-5 minutes or until beautifully golden and crispy. Transfer the fried pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Serve your golden German Potato Pancakes warm with your favorite accompaniments such as plant-based sour cream (natural) or natural apple cider vinegar-based sauce.
Notes
- Drain thoroughly: Removing excess moisture from potatoes is key to crispiness.
- Use moderate heat: Frying too hot can burn the outside before the inside cooks.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Giving each pancake space helps them brown evenly.
- Press down gently: Flatten the pancakes to ensure they cook through and achieve even texture.
- Make ahead batter: Prepare the batter a few hours in advance and refrigerate for deeper flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: German Potato Pancakes, crispy potato pancakes, vegetarian recipe, plant-based pancakes, smoked turkey bacon
