Grated Potato Fritters

Crispy potato fritters, perfectly golden-browned by shallow fry-ing, and richly flavored with a mix of seasoning.

These potato fritters are simple to make and deliciously versatile. All you need is grated potatoes, flour, eggs, and a flavorful mix of garlic, onion, and seasoning – creating a perfect side dish or meal when paired with a salad. Enjoy these fritters solo or serve them up for a big gathering, they’re sure to be a hit!

Stacked grated potato fritters / pancakes. — *Potato fritters cooling on a rack.*

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You might also want to try my crowd-favorites like potato fritters with crab meat and chicken fritters – usualy served as appetizers. Or maybe these pumpkin fritters as a sweet treat or these cabbage fritters as a vegetarian veggie side dish.

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Ingredients for potato fritters displayed on a board. — *Ingredients for potato fritters.*

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Ingredient Notes

Grated potatoes – preferably Yukon gold potatoes, they are perfect for fritters, but you can use a mix of potatoes as well. Starchy potatooes, like Russet or Idaho also have a great texture.
Flour – helps bind the potatoes together. All purpose flour or gluten free flour both work well. For a grain free version, use arrowroot flour.
Eggs – Another binding ingredient, important for keeping the fritters together while frying.
Garlic And Onion: These bring out the delicious taste of the potatoes. Fresh ingredients are recommended for the best flavor. You can use white, red onion or scallions. Garlic – is essential when frying potatoes, they lend that irresistible savory aroma.
Dijon mustard – is optional but it gives the potato fritters a heavenly depth of flavor.
Smoked paprika – brings a smoky flavor and a little color.
Salt + pepper – to taste.
See detailed proportions in recipe card below.

How To Make Potato Fritters

Step-by-step Instructions:

Step 1: In a large bowl, shred the potatoes and onion, then squeeze the liquid with a cheese cloth. No need to wash in water. The starch is needed to keep the fritters from falling apart.

Tip: Remember to squeeze out as much liquid as you can from the potatoes after grating them. This helps your fritters achieve the perfect crispy texture.

Step 2: Combine the shredded potatoes with flour, eggs, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and paprika. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are well combined. There is no need for baking powder because the structure and leavening of the fritters come from the starchy potatoes and the binding ability of the eggs and flour. Baking powder is typically used in recipes where the mixture needs to rise, such as cakes and muffins for an airy spongy feel.

Process shots showing how to make potato fritters: grate the veggies, squeeze the liquid then mix all ingredients. — *Grate the veggies, squeeze the liquid then mix all ingredients.*

Step 3: Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Coat the bottom with oil (or ghee), I use avocado oil for frying, it has a neutral flavor and a high smoking point. Wait until is heated through.
Step 4: Form the fritters: scoop 3 tablespoons of the mixture into your palm, form into a ball, then place it in the pan, pressing and flattening it lightly. The thinner the better they will cook inside.

Process shots showing how to cook potato fritters / pancakes in a pan. — *I usually set the stove knob at 3 or 3.5 – a medium temperature that allows the fritters to cook slowly inside while forming a golden crust on the surface.*

Step 5: Shallow-fry the potato fritters in the hot pan until they achieve a perfect crispy golden-brown color (for 2 to 3 minutes). Ensure to fry both sides evenly.
Step 6: Repeat the scooping and cooking process with the remaining mixture.
Step 7: Drain the fritters on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Serve hot with smoky honey mustard sauce.

Pairing Suggestions

These potato fritters pair excellently with various salads and side dishes. Try them with:

Salad: like this light cucumber mango salad, healthy coleslaw with avocado dressing, avocado kale salad or a radish cucumber salad;
Protein Side: stuffed chicken roll-ups, a hearty shrimp cabbage salad or chicken salad with cranberries walnuts & avocado to make a complete meal.
Dipping sauce or dressing: dairy free honey mustard, healthy BBQ sauce or any of these creamy dressings (7 varieties).

*Fried grated potato fritters cooling on a wire rack.*

Recipe Variations and Tips

Add-Ins: Feel free to get creative with your potato fritters. You can add shredded cheese, chopped bacon, or green onions to the mix for an added twist.
Potatoes: Sweet potatoes can be a nutritious and sweet alternative to regular potatoes, you can opt for sweet potato fritters. If you’re looking for a low-carb option, you might also consider using grated cauliflower instead.
Flour: If you are gluten intolerant, you can use gluten-free flour varieties (store-bought or homemade). For a grain-free option use almond flour or arrowroot flour (the starchier the better).
Seasoning: Seasoning options are truly versatile. If you’re out of your usual mixed seasoning, experiment with combinations of paprika, cumin, turmeric, rosemary, or thyme.

I did not tried theis recipe without eggs.

More Savory Sides To Try

Cabbage Fritters (Fried or Baked)

Potato Fritters With Crab Meat | GF

Perfect Fluffy Sweet Potato Pancakes

Chicken Liver Patties

FAQs

Are latkes and fritters the same?

The main difference is that latkes are traditionally made with matzo meal and the potato fritters with flour.

Can I bake these potato fritters instead of frying them?

Yes, you can bake them in a preheated oven at (450°F) for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Turn broil function for the last 3 minutes of baking.

Why do my fritters fall apart?

It’s either not enough binding ingredients like egg and flour or the frying temperature is too hot.

How to avoid getting soggy potato fritters and make them more crispy?

The main reason potato fritters can get soggy is because there is too much liquid and flour. Or/ and a lower frying temperature. For crispier potato fritters, reduce the flour (or omit entirely) and cook at a medium-high temperature, about 350°F. As for storing, make sure to let them cool on a rack, not pile up.

Should you rest potato fritter batter?

No, it’s not necessary. Actually cooking right away is better, it prevents the fritters from releasing too much juice and becoming soggy.

Can you freeze homemade potato fritters?

Absolutely. Once cooked and cooled, store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Can I freeze uncooked potato fritters ?

Yes, shape fritters quickly and place them on a baking sheet in a single layer covered with parchment paper in order to preserve their shape. Flash-freeze them until solid (1-2 hours) before transferring to a bag or container for longer storage.

Stacked grated potato pancakes or fritters. — *Allow to cool then you can stack them and store for later.*

How To Store

Keep at room temperature for up to 24 hours. For longer storage keep in the fridge, covered, up to 4 days.
To freeze: place in a airtight container, fritters separated with parchment paper to avoid sticking. Or freeze on a rack (single layer to preserve the shape), then stack them in a container.

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Crispy Potato Fritters Recipe

Simple yet flavorful potato fritters recipe made from freshly grated potatoes bound together with flour and eggs, and elevated with the savory goodness of garlic, onion, and a special seasoning. Shallow-fried to achieve an irresistible crispy golden-brown texture, these potato fritters are the perfect side dish or pairing for a wholesome meal.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Clean Eating

Servings: potato fritters

Calories: 153kcal

Author: HealthyTasteOfLife

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Ingredients

5 medium potatoes - Yukon Gold or other starchy variety
2 large eggs
1 medium onion - or scallions
3 cloves garlic
2 tbsp flour - see notes
1.5 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp smoked paprika
3/4 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional

1/2 cup shredded cheese - or dairy free cheese

Instructions

In a large bowl, shred the potatoes and onion, then squeeze the liquid with a cloth. No need to wash in water. The starch is needed to keep the fritters from falling apart.
Combine the shredded potatoes, flour, eggs, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and paprika to the bowl, stirring until the mixture is combined.
Prepare a metal cooling rack.
Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Coat the bottom with oil (or ghee) and wait until is heated through. I use avocado oil.
Once the oil is hot, scoop 3 tablespoons of the mixture into your palm, form into a ball, then place it in the pan, pressing and flattening it lightly. The thinner the better they will cook inside.
Cook the potato fritters for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip them once and cook an additional 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked throughout.
Repeat the scooping and cooking process with the remaining mixture.

Notes

Flour Variations: gluten free flour, or arrowroot flour (grain free)

Tip to avoid getting soggy potato fritters and make them more crispy:

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Simple yet flavorful potato fritters recipe made from freshly grated potatoes bound together with flour and eggs, and elevated with special seasoning. Shallow-fried to achieve an irresistible crispy golden-brown texture, these potato fritters are the perfect vegetarian side dish or pairing for a wholesome meal. Discover why these healthy potato patties are one of the most popular recipes now! #potatofritters #potato #fritters #patties #potatocakes #recipe #fingerfood

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