German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) Recipe

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Ingredients (9)

  • 1 pound russet potatoes, about 2 medium or 3 small
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • Ground nutmeg, to taste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • Applesauce and sour cream, for serving, optional
  • 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped parsley, optional garnish

Directions

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