Chef Sven's Secret Potato Pancakes

Chef Sven • 2023-09-03

Have you ever wanted to make the perfect potato pancakes? Look no further because Chef Sven is here to share his secret recipe with you. Potato pancakes, or Raggmunk as we call them in Sweden, are a beloved dish that brings back memories of cozy evenings with family and friends. These crispy yet tender pancakes are the ultimate comfort food, and once you try them, you’ll be hooked.

Before we dive into the recipe, let me share a little story with you. When I was a young chef just starting out in the culinary world, I used to work in a small restaurant in Stockholm. Every Sunday, my grandmother would come to visit me and bring a batch of her famous potato pancakes. The aroma would fill the entire kitchen, and the customers couldn’t resist ordering a plate for themselves. I would watch in awe as my grandmother expertly flipped the pancakes, creating perfectly golden-brown masterpieces. Those Sundays with my grandmother are some of my fondest memories.

Now, let me show you how to recreate those magical potato pancakes in your own kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• Vegetable oil

1. Peel the potatoes and grate them into a large bowl. Make sure to remove any excess moisture from the grated potatoes by squeezing them in a clean kitchen towel.
2. Grate the onion into the same bowl as the potatoes.
3. Add the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix everything together until well combined.
4. Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil and flatten them with the back of the spoon to create pancake shapes.
6. Cook the pancakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

And there you have it, Chef Sven’s secret potato pancakes! Serve them hot with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce for a truly authentic Swedish experience. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and I guarantee they will become a family favorite in no time. Happy cooking!

Note: The secret to crispy potato pancakes is squeezing out the excess moisture from the grated potatoes. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect texture.