Ingredients:
1 pound potatoes, peeled and grated
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 egg
3 tablespoons flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying
Optional toppings: apple sauce, sour cream, smoked salmon, or sauerkraut
Optional sides: green salad or sauerkraut
Instructions:
Grate potatoes and remove excess moisture by squeezing them with a kitchen towel.
Combine the grated potatoes with the chopped onion.
In a separate bowl, blend the egg, flour, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Gradually mix the egg mixture into the potato-onion blend.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening them into pancakes.
Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until they achieve a golden brown and crispy texture. Drain on paper towels.
Serve hot with your preferred toppings and sides.
Note:
Keep the cooked pancakes warm in a low oven if not serving immediately. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.