Slow Living in Northern Ukraine Outdoor Cooking a Simple Potato Dish

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and a different flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with less fat.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour is gluten-free, while cornstarch thickens without gluten.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Grate the potatoes and onion into a large bowl.

Add egg, flour, salt, and black pepper to the grated mixture.

Mix until well combined and a batter forms.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Spoon the potato mixture into the skillet, forming small pancakes.

Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the pancakes and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with sour cream and garnish with fresh herbs.

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