German Potato Pancakes

This is the first of a few posts regarding a little exploration on world cuisine. The cuisine featured here is German. I have made two German dishes, the first one is given in this post. I will also share a little information about German cuisine in general, staple foods, dietary habits, customs, health status, and locally grown foods.

German Potato Pancakes
3 medium russet potatoes, shredded
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large egg, beaten
1 Tablespoon all-purpose (plain) flour
1 Tablespoon oil
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
salt and pepper

Heat a little oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Drop by spoonfuls into the prepared pan. Cook for a few minutes per side until golden. These can be made as thick or as thin as you wish, cooking time will vary accordingly. It can also be made into one large pancake. 

This is a simple and tasty dish. It is basic and plain, but could certainly be jazzed up in many different ways. It can also be served with your choice of dip - ketchup, horseradish, sour cream, hot sauce, or mustard. It is a great side dish that goes with a variety of main courses.