Ingredients and Weight:
- Potatoes: 300 grams (leftover cooked potatoes)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Flour: 1/4 cup
- Green onions: 50 grams, chopped
- Garlic: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: for frying
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, crush the leftover cooked potatoes with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smooth.
- Add the eggs, flour, green onions, garlic, salt, and black pepper, and mix well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, and flatten slightly to form pancakes.
- Fry the pancakes until golden brown on both sides, turning them over with a spatula.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or condiments.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 250 per pancake (depending on the amount of oil used for frying)
- Fat: 14 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- This is a great way to use up leftover cooked potatoes.
- The pancakes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
- The dish can be customized with different flavors by adding different seasonings or condiments.
User Comments:
- "These potato pancakes were so delicious! My family loved them."
- "I made these for a weekend breakfast and they were a big hit. Easy to make and tasty."
- "I added some cheese and bacon bits to mine, and they were fantastic!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use leftover cooked potatoes for this recipe. Raw potatoes will not work.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Frying the pancakes over medium-high heat is important to ensure they are crispy and golden brown.
- If using a non-stick frying pan, there is no need for additional oil or cooking spray.
