Potato pancakes reinvented: A quicker, tastier method without grating

Potato pancakes are one of those dishes everyone loves, but making them the traditional way using a grater can be time-consuming. What should you do if you don't have the time or desire to grate potatoes? I discovered a way to make the best potato pancakes without using a grater!

Preparing potato pancakes without using a grater is faster and less exhausting. Instead of manually grating the potatoes, we can use a blender or food processor, significantly shortening the preparation time. Additionally, pancakes prepared this way have a smooth and uniform texture, making them even tastier.

When using this "shortcut" method, it is important to consider the type of potatoes. Not all of them are suitable for such blending. The best ones will be young potatoes, which are quite tender, soft, and lighter than the older ones we often store in the basement. Despite their delicate skin, I recommend peeling them for this recipe.

The right equipment is key to success in this potato pancake technique. A jug blender with an ice-crushing function will be one of the better choices for making the batter. In the case of a hand blender, the potato pieces should be quite small; otherwise, the entire cooking process will take longer.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg of potatoes,
• 1 onion,
• 2 eggs,
• 3-4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour,
• salt and pepper (to taste),
• vegetable oil (for frying).

1. Preparing the potato batter: Peel and cut the potatoes into smaller pieces to make them easier to blend. Peel and cut the onion into quarters. Put the potatoes and onion in a blender or food processor and blend into a smooth batter. If the batter is too watery, drain the excess liquid. Transfer the potato batter to a large bowl. Add the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
2. Frying the pancakes: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Spoon portions of the potato batter onto the skillet, forming round pancakes. Fry the pancakes until golden brown on both sides, for about 3-4 minutes. Drain the fried pancakes on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
3. Serving: Serve the potato pancakes hot with your favourite toppings, such as sour cream, mushroom sauce, sugar, or jam.

Making potato pancakes without a grater is a great way to save time and effort without sacrificing flavour. Using a blender or food processor, the potato batter is uniformly mixed, making the pancakes crispy and delicious. Try this recipe and see how easy it is to make delicious potato pancakes in much less time.