Crispy Potato Draniki
Thin potato pancakes with lacy golden edges, a tender center, sour cream, and fresh dill.
About This Dish
Squeezing the grated potato lightly and frying in a properly heated skillet gives draniki a crisp surface without making the middle dry.
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Stages
- Grating10 min
- Mixing5 min
- Frying20 min
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1
Finely grate the potatoes and onion into the same bowl so the onion slows the potatoes from darkening.
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2
Transfer the mixture to a clean towel and squeeze out only the free liquid. Keep the settled potato starch from the bottom of the bowl.
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3
Combine the potato mixture with the starch, egg, flour, salt, and pepper.
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4
Heat a thin layer of oil over medium-high heat. Spoon in small portions and flatten them into thin pancakes.
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5
Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden. Drain briefly and serve immediately with sour cream and dill.
