🇩🇪 Air Fryer German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)
📝 Ingredients:
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4 medium russet potatoes, peeled
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1 small onion
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1 large egg
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2–3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp salt (more to taste)
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1/4 tsp pepper
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Optional: pinch of nutmeg or garlic powder
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Spray oil or light olive oil for brushing
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Grate the Potatoes & Onion:
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Use a box grater or food processor to grate potatoes and onion.
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Place mixture in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This is key for crispiness!
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Mix the Batter:
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In a bowl, combine grated potatoes and onion with the egg, flour, salt, pepper, and any optional seasoning.
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Mix well until it holds together.
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Preheat the Air Fryer:
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Set to 375°F (190°C) and let preheat for a few minutes.
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Shape the Pancakes:
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Scoop about 2–3 tbsp of mixture and flatten into thin pancakes (about 1/4 inch thick).
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Lightly spray or brush both sides with oil.
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Air Fry:
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Place pancakes in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
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Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
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Serve Warm:
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Traditional toppings: applesauce or sour cream.
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For savory twists: top with smoked salmon, chives, or a dollop of herbed cream cheese.
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🔥 Tips:
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Don’t skip squeezing the liquid from potatoes/onion—excess moisture makes soggy pancakes.
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For extra crisp, let pancakes cool slightly on a wire rack instead of stacking them.
Would you like a version with sweet potatoes or a dipping sauce idea?