Pan-Fried Potato Pancakes with Smoked Bacon

Name: Pan-Fried Potato Pancakes with Smoked Bacon
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lithuanian
Ingredients: 2 large (peeled and grated, about 2 cups) russet potatoes; 1/4 cup (finely chopped) yellow onion; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup (cooked until crisp and chopped) smoked bacon; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Crispy potato cakes layered with savory smoked bacon and fresh herbs, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.

Cuisine: Lithuanian

Category: Breakfast

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 large (peeled and grated, about 2 cups) russet potatoes
1/4 cup (finely chopped) yellow onion
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (cooked until crisp and chopped) smoked bacon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 large peeled and grated russet potatoes (about 2 cups), 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup of the potato mixture to form a patty, pressing down firmly. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on the bottom, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until golden on the other side.
Step 3: Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed. Drain cooked pancakes on paper towels.
Step 4: Serve hot, topped with 1/2 cup chopped smoked bacon.