Best 7 Old Fashion Potato Pancakes Recipes

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Old-fashioned potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour, they are a staple in many cultures around the world. Whether you like them crispy or soft, plain or topped with your favorite condiments, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for old-fashioned potato pancakes, so you can find the perfect one to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHION POTATO PANCAKES



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Good ole potato pancakes..what could be better, quicker and more economical? This delicious simple recipe makes a meal, or an appetizer. Try this out on your family...

Provided by Gingerbee

Categories     Breakfast

Time 22m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium potatoes
1 small onion
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup cooking oil

Steps:

  • Peel and grate potatoes and onion, place in bowl and cover; set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Liquid will run from the potato/onion mixture.
  • Drain any liquid that forms.
  • Stir in the slightly beaten eggs.
  • Add flour, salt and baking powder and mix thoroughly.
  • On the stovetop, in a large heavy skillet, heat cooking oil on medium heat.
  • Drop potato batter into pan and flatten, (size is personal choice) and brown on both sides.
  • Cook for 5- 7 minutes on each side.
  • Drain on brown paper.
  • Serve with warm cinnamon applesauce or sour cream and chives.

OLD-FASHIONED POTATO PANCAKES



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If you're looking for a change of pace for breakfast, try these old-fashioned potato pancakes. They were my grandmother's favorite breakfast dish, and the recipe has been passed down through the generations.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 7-9 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups shredded peeled potatoes
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup grated onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse potatoes in cold water; drain thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, onion, flour, parsley, salt and pepper. , Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto a well-greased hot griddle. Fry in batches 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

GOOD OLD FASHIONED PANCAKES



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This is a great recipe that I found in my Grandma's recipe book. Judging from the weathered look of this recipe card, this was a family favorite.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ¼ cups milk
1 egg
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg and melted butter; mix until smooth.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 37.7 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 503.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

OLD FASHIONED POTATO CAKES



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These potato cakes are great with any meal or as a snack. Simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Kids of ALL ages love 'em.

Provided by DaMonkey

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, diced
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until batter consistency.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 627.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

MOM'S POTATO PANCAKES



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These old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy inside and crispy outside. Onion adds nice flavor. Mom got this recipe from Grandma, so we've enjoyed it for years. -Dianne Esposite, New Middletown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups shredded peeled potatoes (about 4 large potatoes)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying
Optional: Chopped parsley, applesauce and sour cream

Steps:

  • Rinse shredded potatoes in cold water; drain well, squeezing to remove excess water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in egg, flour, onion, salt and pepper. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop potato mixture by 1/3 cupfuls into oil; press to flatten slightly. Fry both sides until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve immediately. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and top with applesauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED POTATO PANCAKES



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Make and share this Old-Fashioned Potato Pancakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups shredded peeled potatoes
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup grated onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse potatoes in cold water; drain thoroughly.
  • In a bowl, mix potatoes, eggs, onion, flour, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle.
  • Fry 5-6 minutes on each side or until potatoes are tender and pancakes are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.4, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 625.4, Carbohydrate 27.3, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 6.5

OLD-FASHIONED POTATO PANCAKES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick

Time 35m

Yield 16 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds new potatoes, coarsely grated
5 ounces onion
3 egg whites
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Oil spray

Steps:

  • Grate potatoes on coarse side of hand grater. Squeeze out liquid with your hands.
  • Grate onion and squeeze.
  • Mix onion with potatoes, egg whites, flour and salt, and stir well to mix completely.
  • Heat nonstick skillet, and spray a light film of oil on bottom. When pan is very hot, drop mixture by the heaping tablespoon onto hot surface, pat to spread out, and brown over medium heat; turn, and brown on second side. Repeat.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 49, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 47 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a combination of Yukon Gold and russet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
  • Grate the potatoes finely using the small holes on a box grater.
  • Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the grated potatoes before mixing them with the other ingredients.
  • Add a little grated onion and garlic for extra flavor.
  • Season the potato pancake batter generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the potato pancake batter into the hot oil and flatten them slightly with a spatula.
  • Cook the potato pancakes for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the potato pancakes immediately with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned potato pancakes are a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make these classic potato pancakes at home.

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