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Deruny (Potato Pancakes)

Deruny (Potato Pancakes) - recipe
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Calories: 200 kcal per serving
Dietary: dairy-free (if served without sour cream), gluten-free (if flour-free), vegetarian
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
  • 6 pcs Potatoes (medium)
  • 1 pcs Onion
  • 1 pcs Egg
  • 2 tbsp Flour wheat (optional, for binding)
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Grate potatoes and onion. Peel potatoes and onion, grate finely.

  2. 2

    Remove excess liquid. Squeeze out excess liquid with your hands or cheesecloth.

  3. 3

    Mix batter. Add egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.

  4. 4

    Heat oil. Heat frying pan with oil over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Fry deruny. Spoon potato mixture onto pan, flatten slightly. Fry 3–4 min per side until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Serve. Place deruny on plate, serve hot with sour cream.

Keywords: deruny, Ukrainian potato pancakes, potato fritters, traditional Ukrainian dish, crispy potato pancakes, homemade deruny, Ukrainian cuisine
Read it online: https://thetasteofukraine.com/recipes/deruny-potato-pancakes/