POTATO PANCAKES (WEIGHT WATCHERS) RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Potato Pancakes (Weight Watchers) Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Pooh

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds baking potatoes,*
peeled and shredded
2 egg whites
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 scallion, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
*In this recipe, it's critical to use starchy baking potatoes like russet Burbanks or Idahos. Waxy, or boiling, potatoes brown and burn to easily.

Steps:

1. soak the potatoes in cold water 30 minutes; drain and blot dry. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. In a medium bowl, combine the potatoes egg whites, flour, scallions and salt. FORM INTO 12 PANCAKES 3. In a large non stick skillet over medium heat, heat one-third of the oil. Cook the pancakes, 4 at a time, until just golden, about 2 minutes on each side, transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining oil and pancakes. Bake until crisp and cooked through, 5-7 minute.