Description
Deliciously crispy Potato Pancakes topped with rich smoked salmon, creamy sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and tangy quick pickled red onions, perfect for an elegant brunch or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Pancakes
- 2 russet potatoes
- 1 shallot
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying (about 1 inch deep)
Toppings and Garnishes
- 150 grams cold smoked salmon
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for garnish)
- Chopped chives (for garnish)
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
- Quick pickled red onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the potato mixture: Peel the russet potatoes and grate them along with the shallot. In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes, shallot, and salt well. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow moisture to be released, then squeeze it through a clean dish towel or cheesecloth to remove any excess liquid.
- Heat the oil: Pour about 1 inch of oil into a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat until hot enough for frying.
- Form and fry the pancakes: Drop approximately 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the hot oil. Using the back of a spoon, gently flatten it into a round ‘pancake’ shape. Fry each pancake for about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the potatoes: Remove the fried pancakes using a slotted metal spatula and transfer them to a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Assemble and serve: Top each warm potato pancake with slices of smoked salmon, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped chives, fresh dill, and quick pickled red onions. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for best texture and crispiness in the pancakes.
- Removing excess liquid from the grated potatoes is crucial for crispy pancakes.
- Adjust frying oil temperature to avoid burning and ensure even cooking.
- Quick pickled red onions add a bright, tangy contrast to the rich smoked salmon.
- These pancakes are best served immediately but can be kept warm in a low oven for a short time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake with toppings
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
