Imagine biting into a crispy, golden potato patty that's both crunchy and tender, topped with a refreshing carrot-apple salad that brings a burst of sweetness and tang. This isn't just another burger - this is a German culinary adventure that transforms the humble potato into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will transport you straight to the heart of traditional German cuisine. Get ready to elevate your home cooking with a recipe that's sure to impress your family and friends!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: German
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Kartoffeln
- Mehl
- Öl (zum Braten)
- Möhren
- Äpfel
- Joghurt oder vegane Mayo (für den Salat)
Instructions
- Wash and peel 4-5 medium potatoes thoroughly. Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor, placing the shredded potatoes into a clean kitchen towel.
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes by twisting the kitchen towel. Transfer the dried potato shreds into a mixing bowl.
- Add 3-4 tablespoons of flour, 1 beaten egg, salt, and pepper to the potato mixture. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Use enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan generously.
- Form the potato mixture into flat, round patties about 10 cm in diameter and 1 cm thick. Carefully place the patties into the hot oil.
- Fry the Kartoffelpuffer for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- For the salad, peel and julienne 2 medium carrots and 1 apple. Mix with yogurt or vegan mayo, adding a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Assemble the burger by placing a crispy Kartoffelpuffer as the base, topping with the carrot-apple salad, and adding another Kartoffelpuffer on top.
- Serve immediately while the Kartoffelpuffer are still hot and crispy, with additional salad on the side if desired.
Tips
- • Always squeeze out maximum moisture from grated potatoes to ensure super crispy patties • Use medium-high heat for perfect golden-brown exterior • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying to maintain optimal crispiness • For extra flavor, add finely chopped herbs like chives or parsley to the potato mixture • Serve immediately to enjoy the maximum crunch of the Kartoffelpuffer • Use starchy potatoes like Russet for the best texture and binding • If you're dairy-free, coconut or almond yogurt works great as a mayo substitute
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
