How to Make Kicked-Up Potato Pancakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting and satisfying about a perfectly crispy potato pancake. But what if I told you that you could take this classic dish to an entirely new level with just a few simple additions? That's right, our kicked-up potato pancake recipe takes this beloved dish and elevates it with some unexpected and delicious ingredients that will have you craving more with every bite.

Traditionally made with just potatoes, onions, and a few seasonings, our kicked-up pota...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and shredded
  • ¾ cup shredded deli smoked ham
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • olive oil for frying
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine potatoes, ham, eggs, mozzarella cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Pour enough olive oil to cover bottom of pan.
  • Scoop up about 1/2 cup of potato mixture per pancake and form into a patty. Repeat, making 8 patties in all.
  • Place 4 pancakes at time in hot olive oil. Cook until browned, about 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate.
  • Sprinkle with green onion and Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    365 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 176mg
    • Sodium: 674mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 326mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 959mg