Deruny (Ukrainian Potato Pancakes)

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   Grate the potatoes and the yellow onion into a large bowl.

   Aproximativ 10 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Use a food processor for quicker grating.

2. 2

   Place the grated potato and onion mixture into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Removing excess liquid is crucial for crispy deruny.

3. 3

   Return the squeezed mixture to the bowl. Add the egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

4. 4

   Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

5. 5

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles immediately.

   Aproximativ 3 min.

6. 6

   Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon to form pancakes about 2-3 inches in diameter.

   Nota bucătarului: Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

7. 7

   Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

   Aproximativ 8 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring they cook through.

8. 8

   Transfer the cooked deruny to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

   Nota bucătarului: Keep warm in a low oven while cooking remaining batches.

9. 9

   Serve hot, optionally with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill.