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Grate them using the fine side of a box grater for a smooth texture, or the coarse side for a crunchier finish. Place the grated mixture into a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible into a bowl.","group":"Preparation","title":"Peel the potatoes and the onion","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Transfer the drained potato and onion mixture to a large bowl. Add the eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.","group":"Mixing","title":"Transfer the drained potato and onion mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to generously cover the bottom (about 350°F / 177°C). Once the oil is hot, spoon dollops of the potato mixture into the pan, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon to form circles.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat enough vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Fry the pancakes over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the finished pancakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.","group":"Frying","title":"Fry the pancakes","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Serve hot with sour cream, applesauce, or a sprinkle of sugar.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve hot with sour cream, applesauce, or a sprinkle of sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Using starchy potatoes like Russets is key to achieving a crispy texture. If the batter becomes too watery as it sits, simply stir in an extra tablespoon of flour.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Polish"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["box grater","large skillet","mixing bowl","kitchen towel"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","eggs"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"pancake","note":"Approximately 12 medium-sized pancakes"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The batter should be used immediately as potatoes oxidize and release water. However, cooked pancakes can be reheated in a 350°F (177°C) oven to regain crispness."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for best results. Microwaving is not recommended as it makes them soggy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fplacki_ziemniaczane_07c21aec55%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5810f97c-9d59-481a-94d6-8b5ff61882c3","imageAlt":"Placki Ziemniaczane (Polish Potato Pancakes) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["potato","crispy","pancakes","traditional","polish"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Placki Ziemniaczane (Polish Potato Pancakes)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:31:17.058Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:31:17.058Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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