Slovak Potato Pancakes (Zemiakové Placky)
Slovak potato pancakes are a traditional Slovak dish made from grated potatoes mixed with eggs, flour and garlic.
Ingredients
- 4 Large Potatoes, peeled and grated
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 2 Eggs
- 4 tbsp All-purpose Flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Grate Potatoes and Onion:
- Grate the peeled potatoes using a coarse grater.
- Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible.
Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes with minced garlic, eggs, and flour. Mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency with more flour if needed. Mixture should hold together but not be too dry.
Heat Oil:
- In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
Fry the Pancakes:
- Using a spoon or your hands, form small patties from the potato mixture.
- Carefully place the patties into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve:
- Serve the hot potato pancakes immediately, with a side of sour cream or sauerkraut if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 626mgPotassium: 941mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 123IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg