Crispy German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) with the Perfect Golden Crunch

Making them is surprisingly easy, but the results feel impressive. Start by mixing the shredded potatoes with eggs, flour, onion, baking powder, salt, and pepper until everything is evenly combined. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then spoon the mixture into the pan and gently flatten it into pancake shapes. As they cook, the edges turn crisp and the surface becomes beautifully golden, creating that crunchy texture everyone loves. After a few minutes on each side, remove them and let them rest briefly on paper towels to absorb excess oil—this keeps them light, crisp, and perfectly satisfying.

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