Best Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Pancakes Recipes

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AMISH POTATO PANCAKES



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I have always been fascinated with Amish culture, especially the cooking! I came across this old recipe years ago, and it's my husband's very favorite side dish. -Barbara Braatz, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield about 8 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups), divided
1 medium onion, cubed
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, place 1/2 cup potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, parsley, baking powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and nutmeg. Process until smooth. Add remaining potatoes and pulse until chopped (two to three times). Pour by 1/4 cupfuls onto a hot well-oiled skillet or griddle. Fry over medium heat until golden on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

AMISH POTATO PANCAKES



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THIS PAST WEEKEND WE CELEBRATED MY SISTER'S BIRTHDAY AT YODER'S REST. IN SARASOTA, FL. YOU TALK ABOUT SOME FOOD. MY DAUGHTER AND NIECES CAME AND WE ALL ORDERED 5 DIFFERENT DINNERS, SO WE COULD TASTE EACH OTHERS. WE NEEDED A WHEEL BARREL AFTER WE ATE. I ATE ABOUT 1/4 OF MY DINNER BECAUSE I WAS TASTING EVERYTHING. THESE POTATO...

Provided by Kimi Gaines

Categories     Potatoes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 c mashed potatoes
2 Tbsp flour
sprinkle of parsley
2 eggs
1 Tbsp chopped onions

Steps:

  • 1. MIX ALL INGREDIENTS TOGETHER. SHAPE INTO PANCAKES AND FRY IN LIGHTLY GREASED FRYING PAN ON MEDIUM HIGH HEAT.
  • 2. ****BEST IF YOU USE LEFT OVER MASHED POTATOES.

AMISH POTATO PANCAKES



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This was taken from an old Amish cook book. It is quick and easy to prepare

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories     Pancakes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 c finely shredded potatoes
1 1/2 Tbsp flour
1/8 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp grated onion
2 eggs

Steps:

  • 1. Combine eggs and potatoes.Mix in dry ingredients and onion. Drop by tablespoon into heated, greased skillet. Brown lightly on both sides over medium heat.

PENNSYLVANIA-DUTCH POTATO PANCAKES



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Yield 16 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium-size potatoes (about 12 ounces), peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallion
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter or oleo

Steps:

  • Using coarse side of grater, grate potatoes into large bowl. Toss with lemon juice to coat well. Let stand 5 minutes; drain well. Add melted butter, flour, onion, scallions, egg, salt, pepper, and baking powder to potatoes. Stir to mix well. In 8-inch skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon each oil and butter. Working in batches of 3-4 pancakes, add potato mix in heaping tablespoons to skillet. Using tines of fork, flatten each portion into very thin round pancakes, about 2 1/2 inches each. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

PENNSYLVANIA-DUTCH POTATO PANCAKES



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Yield 16 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium-size potatoes (about 12 ounces), peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallion
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Using coarse side of grater, grate potatoes into large bowl. Toss with lemon juice to coat well. Let stand 5 minutes; drain well. Add 1/4 cup melted butter, flour, onion, scallions, egg, salt, pep per, and baking powder to potatoes. Stir to mix well. In 8-inch skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil and remaining butter. Working in batches of 3-4 pancakes, add potato mix in heaping tablespoons to skillet. Using tines of fork, flatten each portion into very thin round pancakes, about 2 1/2 inches thick. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

RAW POTATO PANCAKES



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This is an old family recipe from the Pennsylvania Dutch region. My grandmother had given it to my mother.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Breakfast

Time 36m

Yield 16 pancakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 medium potatoes
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup vegetable shortening, for frying

Steps:

  • Grate potatoes by hand, or process them in a food processor, and place in a large bowl.
  • Add beaten egg yolks to grated potatoes.
  • Stir in flour, salt, and baking powder, and mix well.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff, and fold into potato mixture.
  • On medium high heat, place enough shortening in a large skillet to have about 1/4" deep oil when melted.
  • Drop batter by large spoonfuls into hot oil.
  • Turn over when edges become a nice crispy brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Cook another minute or two on the other side.
  • Remove to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with salt, if desired.
  • Add shortening as needed to keep the oil level deep enough to fry the pancakes, but not deep enough to cover them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.2, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 671.4, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 6.7

POTATO PANCAKES I



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This is a traditional potato pancake recipe, and is a wonderful comfort food. Serve with applesauce and sour cream for a light dinner, or with roast chicken for a hearty winter meal. You can use more flour if the mixture seems too wet.

Provided by FISHLOVE

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large potatoes
1 yellow onion
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
ground black pepper to taste
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Finely grate potatoes with onion into a large bowl. Drain off any excess liquid.
  • Mix in egg, salt, and black pepper. Add enough flour to make mixture thick, about 2 to 4 tablespoons all together.
  • Turn oven to low, about 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Heat 1/4 inch oil in the bottom of a heavy skillet over medium high heat. Drop two or three 1/4 cup mounds into hot oil, and flatten to make 1/2 inch thick pancakes. Fry, turning once, until golden brown. Transfer to paper towel lined plates to drain, and keep warm in low oven until serving time. Repeat until all potato mixture is used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 414.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

PFANNKUCHEN - DUTCH PANCAKE



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Delicious and easy, this traditional recipe comes from the Pennsylvania Dutch chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 eggs
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, softened
powdered sugar
lemon juice (fresh is best)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Spread butter over bottom and sides of an unheated 10" skillet.
  • Sift flour and salt together.
  • Beat eggs thoroughly; add flour alternatively with milk a little at a time.
  • Beat until smooth and pour batter into prepared frying pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes; reduce heat to 350F and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • The pancake should puff up at the sides and be crisp and golden.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar and lemon juice; roll up like an omelet.
  • Serve on a hot platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.8, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 231, Sodium 416.8, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 9

COUNTRY POTATO PANCAKES



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Potato pancakes, or latkes, are really versatile. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they can be a side dish for just about any meal or the main course for a light meal. We have them often at our house. -Lydia Robotewskyj, Franklin, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield about 24 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon grated onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Finely grate potatoes. Drain any liquid. Add eggs, onion, flour, salt and baking powder. In a frying pan, add oil to the depth of 1/8 in.; heat over medium-high (375°). , Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls in hot oil. Flatten into patties. Fry until golden brown, turning once. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GERMAN POTATO PANCAKES



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These are a nice change from regular pancakes. They make a great dinner meal when served with bratwurst sausage. I spread mine with cranberry sauce and top with maple syrup.

Provided by SWIZZLESTICKS

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
6 medium potatoes, peeled and shredded
½ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix in potatoes and onion.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In batches, drop heaping tablespoonfuls of the potato mixture into the skillet. Press to flatten. Cook about 3 minutes on each side, until browned and crisp. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 245.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

PA DUTCH POTATO PANCAKES



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Categories     Potato

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 eggs, separated
1 cup mashed potatoes
½ cup flour
1 cup milk
2 tsp. baking powder

Steps:

  • Add egg yolks to the mashed potatoes and mix well. Add the flour and baking powder alternately with the milk until smooth. Fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites and drop spoonfuls on hot greased griddle or skillet. Finely chopped onion is sometimes sprinkled on the batter on griddle before turning. Serve hot with meat.

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