FoodFlourless potato pancakes: A crispy twist on a classic dish

Flourless potato pancakes: A crispy twist on a classic dish

Potato pancakes are a classic dish, but can they be made without flour? Yes, they can, and with excellent results!

Potato pancakes without flour
Potato pancakes without flour
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Katarzyna Gileta

The secret to perfect potato pancakes

Potato pancakes are a beloved dish. It turns out you can enhance the traditional recipe by excluding flour. So, what's the secret to these pancakes' success? The British have mastered the "hash browns" preparation method, which is gaining popularity worldwide. The flavour comes from a few simple ingredients and the correct frying technique.

Ingredients for flourless potato pancakes

To prepare flourless potato pancakes, you need:

              
  • 500 to 600 grams of potatoes (types C or BC are best),
  • 2 tablespoons of clarified butter,
  • Sea salt,
  • Pepper,
  • Sweet paprika,
  • Hot paprika.

How to prepare flourless potato pancakes

          
  1. Preparing the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and grate them on a coarse grater or cut them into thin sticks.
  2. Rinsing the potatoes: Place the potatoes in a bowl and cover them with cold water to remove excess starch. Repeat rinsing.
  3. Seasoning: Drain the potatoes and season them with salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Frying: Heat the clarified butter in a pan. Fry the potatoes for about 20 minutes on medium heat until they are golden and crispy, being careful to avoid burning.

An alternative to traditional potato pancakes

If you're looking for something new and lighter, this flourless potato pancake recipe is the perfect alternative. Without flour and eggs, these pancakes have an intense potato flavour and a light texture, making them an excellent addition to any meal.