Ukrainian Grandma’s Potato Pancakes

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add fiber and nutrients.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: none

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with less fat.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: none

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: none

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Peel the potatoes using a knife, making sure to peel thinly.

Peel the onion and remove the outside layer.

Shred the potatoes and onion using the small side of a grater.

Add 2 eggs to the grated mixture and combine until fully incorporated.

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

Preheat a skillet with a generous amount of vegetable oil until sizzling hot.

Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil, forming small pancakes.

Fry the pancakes until golden brown on both sides, adding more oil if necessary.

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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