Reinventing the potato pancakes: How to make hash browns
Potato pancakes are a classic dish, but can they be made without flour? Yes, and with excellent results!
The secret to perfect potato pancakes
Potato pancakes are a beloved dish. It turns out that the traditional recipe can be improved with a new approach that allows you to omit flour. So what's the secret to the success of these pancakes? The "hash browns" method! The key to the flavour lies in a few simple ingredients and the right frying technique.
Ingredients for flourless potato pancakes
To prepare flourless potato pancakes, you need:
- 500-600 grams of potatoes (types C or BC are best),
- 2 tablespoons of clarified butter,
- sea salt,
- pepper,
- sweet paprika,
- hot paprika.
How to prepare flourless potato pancakes?
- Preparing the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and grate them on a coarse grater or cut them into thin sticks.
- Rinsing the potatoes: Place the potatoes in a bowl and cover them with cold water to remove excess starch. Repeat rinsing.
- Seasoning: Drain the potatoes and season them with salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly.
- Frying: Heat the clarified butter in a pan. Fry the potatoes for about 20 minutes on a medium heat until they are golden and crispy, being careful to avoid burning.
An alternative to traditional potato pancakes
If you're looking for something new and lighter, this flourless potato pancake recipe is the perfect alternative. Without flour and eggs, the pancakes have an intense potato flavour and a light texture, making them an excellent addition to a meal.
