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Perkins Potato Pancakes Recipe

Perkins Potato Pancakes Recipe

Perkins Potato Pancakes Recipe crispy and tender breakfast classic from Perkins that always reminds me of comfort and warmth.
It is perfect crispy-outside and soft-inside potato pancake that tastes just like the famous Perkins style.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium Russet potatoes peeled and grated
  • 1 small onion grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp sugar optional, Perkins-style
  • Oil or butter for frying

Equipment

  • A box grater or food processor
  • A mixing bowl
  • A cheesecloth or clean towel to squeeze moisture
  • A nonstick skillet or cast iron pan
  • A spatula
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

Step 1: Prep the potatoes
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  2. Grate the potatoes and immediately place them in cold water so they don’t turn brown. After a minute, drain and squeeze out every drop of water using a towel. Removing moisture is super important, otherwise the pancakes won’t crisp up. Have you ever tried squeezing potatoes like this before?
Step 2: Mix the base
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  2. Add the grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, baking powder, and sugar to the potatoes. Stir everything until it looks like a sticky batter. It shouldn’t be runny. If it feels too wet, add a spoon of flour. Do you like your batter thicker or lighter?
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Step 3: Heat the skillet
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  2. Warm your skillet over medium heat and add a nice thin layer of oil. I sometimes mix a bit of butter too because it adds that diner flavor. What do you prefer, butter or oil?
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Step 4: Fry the pancakes
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  2. Scoop a spoonful of the mixture and gently flatten it onto the pan. Cook until each side becomes golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. The smell will tell you when you’re close, trust me. Are you smelling it already in your imagination?
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Step 5: Serve fresh
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  2. Potato pancakes taste best hot. Serve them with sour cream or applesauce the way Perkins does. Which one would you choose?
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Notes

  • Squeezing water from potatoes is the most important step.
  • If the pancakes fall apart, add a little extra flour or cook longer on low flame.
  • Use Russet potatoes only; waxy potatoes won’t crisp as nicely.
  • Let the mixture rest 5 minutes for better binding.
  • Serve immediately; they lose crispiness as they cool.