🥔 Savory Potato Pancake with Creamy Yogurt Sauce
Golden, crispy potato pancakes paired with a cool, tangy yogurt sauce—simple, comforting, and absolutely delicious!
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Potato Pancakes:
4 medium potatoes (peeled and grated)
1 small onion (grated or finely chopped)
2 large eggs
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
2–3 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Oil for frying
Creamy Yogurt Sauce:
1 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
1 tbsp fresh dill or mint (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes
Grate potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel
This step is key for crispiness! - Make the Batter
In a bowl, combine:
grated potatoes
onion
eggs
flour
salt, pepper, paprika
parsley
Mix well until combined - Fry the Pancakes
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat
Scoop portions of mixture and flatten into pancakes
Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy
Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil - Make the Yogurt Sauce
In a small bowl, mix:
yogurt
garlic
lemon juice
olive oil
salt & pepper
herbs (if using) - Serve
Serve pancakes hot with a generous spoon of yogurt sauce
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Add smoked salmon or grilled chicken on top
Serve with a fresh salad
Top with a poached or fried egg 🍳
🔥 Tips for Perfect Pancakes
Remove as much water as possible from potatoes
Don’t overcrowd the pan
Keep pancakes thin for maximum crispiness
Serve immediately for best texture