The Frugal Gourmet On Our Immigrant Ancestors/Jeff Smith 1990

Russian Potato Pancakes

Servings Prep. Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
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INGREDIENTS:
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and soaked in salted water 1 egg 1/2 cup plus 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and ground white pepper to taste 2 tablespoons oil peanut oil for frying



1 Grate the potatoes and then grind them fine in a food grinder. Combine the potatoes with the egg, flour, salt and pepper, and oil. Mix well. In 1/16 inch of oil pan-fry a few at a time until they are golden brown and crisp on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to paper towels to drain. Serve warm with sour cream and applesauce.

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