Deruny (Potato Pancakes)
Description
Deruny are traditional Ukrainian potato pancakes made from grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour, pan-fried until golden brown. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they are usually served with sour cream. Popular across Ukraine, especially in Polissia and northern regions.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Grate potatoes and onion. Peel potatoes and onion, grate finely.
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Remove excess liquid. Squeeze out excess liquid with your hands or cheesecloth.
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Mix batter. Add egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
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Heat oil. Heat frying pan with oil over medium heat.
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Fry deruny. Spoon potato mixture onto pan, flatten slightly. Fry 3–4 min per side until golden brown.
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Serve. Place deruny on plate, serve hot with sour cream.
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