Crispy Potato Pancakes – Perfect Recipe
These hearty potato pancakes combine frozen potatoes with crispy bacon for a quick and delicious meal. Frying them in bacon drippings adds a rich, smoky flavor that makes each bite extra satisfying.
Perfect Potato Pancakes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Frozen potatoes (hash browns) | 4 cups |
| Bacon slices | 5 |
| Eggs, beaten | 2 |
| Onion powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Grated cheddar cheese | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Bacon
Place the bacon slices in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until tender and crispy, about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally.
Step 2: Prep the Bacon
Remove the cooked bacon and crumble it into small pieces. Keep the bacon drippings in the skillet to fry the pancakes later.
Step 3: Make the Pancake Mixture
In a large bowl, mix the frozen potatoes, beaten eggs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the crumbled bacon and grated cheese until everything is well combined.
Step 4: Shape the Pancakes
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a small patty.
Step 5: Fry
Heat the reserved bacon drippings over medium heat. Fry the potato pancakes in batches for about 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.Step 6: Serve
Serve immediately while warm. They’re delicious with applesauce or a spoonful of sour cream on the side.
