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Step 1
Peel and grate the potatoes coarsely into a large bowl.
Step 2
Transfer the potatoes to a clean kitchen towel, wrap tightly, and squeeze as much liquid out of them as possible. (Do this over the kitchen sink or a small bowl).
Step 3
Place the potatoes in a bowl, add the flour, eggs, garlic, salt, marjoram, caraway seeds and black pepper, and mix until combined. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large 10-inch/25 cm skillet. This takes about 2 minutes; the oil should be 350°F/175°C on a deep-frying thermometer. (TIP if you don’t own a thermometer: Stick a toothpick or a chopstick into the oil—if tiny bubbles appear around it, the oil is ready).
Step 5
Using ¼ cup (60 ml) as a measure, scoop up the batter and drop it into the skillet.
Step 6
Flatten into ¼-inch-high patties with the back of a spoon or spatula, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Don’t crowd the skillet—I typically fry 3 pancakes at a time.
Step 7
Using spatula or tongs, carefully flip the pancakes, and fry for another 2 minutes.
Step 8
Carefully remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 9
Continue frying the pancakes in batches, until you use up all the batter.
Step 10
Serve immediately. They’re great on their own, but even better with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche on top.