Crispy Shredded Potato Pancake
Crispy Shredded Potato Pancake
How to Make Crispy Shredded Potato Pancakes Without Flour on a Rainy Day
Let’s make some wonderfully crispy shredded potato pancakes! These are perfect for a rainy day snack or appetizer. We’ll show you how to achieve an amazing crispiness using only the natural starch from the potatoes, without any flour or batter. Get ready for a delicious treat!
Ingredients- 4 Potatoes
- 3 Korean Cheongyang chilies (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- A pinch of Sugar
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, I’m excited to share a recipe for ‘Shredded Potato Pancakes’ that are incredibly crispy, made without any flour, frying powder, or pancake mix – using only the natural starch from the potatoes. You can achieve fantastic results with simple ingredients, so let’s get started!
Step 2
First, prepare 4 potatoes. It’s crucial to shred them as thinly as possible. While for stir-fried potatoes, we often rinse them to remove starch to prevent sticking, for these shredded potato pancakes, we are not using any external flour or starch. We rely solely on the potato’s own moisture and starch. Therefore, do not soak the shredded potatoes in water to remove starch. Maintaining the potato’s natural stickiness is the key.
Step 3
Place the thinly shredded potatoes into a bowl. Now, add about 3 Korean Cheongyang chilies, finely chopped, for a touch of heat. If you don’t like spicy food or prefer it milder, you can omit the chilies. We personally enjoy a little spice, so we’re adding them generously.
Step 4
Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of vegetable oil. Spread the shredded potatoes thinly and evenly in a circular shape in the pan. It’s important to pan-fry them until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. Because of the natural starch in the potatoes, they will stick together well without the need for added flour or pancake mix, allowing you to form beautiful pancakes.
Step 5
Once both sides are perfectly golden and crispy, your shredded potato pancakes are ready! They’ll have a texture similar to potato chips – crispy on the outside and tender and slightly sweet on the inside. Enjoy these delicious pancakes while they’re warm!
