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Czech Potato Pancakes

Cultural Context

Czech potato pancakes, or bramboráky, have roots in Central European cuisine, traditionally made during harvest time to utilize fresh potatoes. These crispy delights are often enjoyed as a street food or a comforting family meal, typically served with sour cream or applesauce. Today, variations exist across the globe, with each culture adding its own twist to this beloved dish.

CzechCZmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
5 medium-size potatoes
2 eggs
4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
cooking oil
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon of salt
fresh or dried marjoram
sour cream (optional)

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen grated potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

oil for frying

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

1

Peel and grate the potatoes into a large bowl.

2

Mince the garlic and mix it in with the potatoes.

3

Stir in flour, eggs, and salt until well combined.

4

Add fresh or dried marjoram for flavor.

5

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

6

Scoop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly.

7

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8

Remove pancakes and drain on paper towels.

9

Serve warm, optionally with sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

gratermixing bowlskilletspatulapaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

bramborákypotato latkes

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