European
Germany - Vegetarian
Rheinische Reibekuchen mit Apfelmus
Chef's Menu Description
Crisp, golden Rhenish potato fritters freshly fried in hot oil with lacy brown edges, served immediately with cool cinnamon applesauce.
Ingredients
- • 800g floury potatoes, peeled and grated fine
- • 1 onion, grated
- • 1 large egg, 2 tbsp flour or oats, 1 tsp salt, pinch of nutmeg
- • Oil for shallow frying, German Apfelmus (applesauce) for serving
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Squeeze grated potatoes and onion thoroughly in a clean tea towel to extract starch water.
2
Phase 2
Mix squeezed potatoes with egg, flour, salt, and nutmeg into a firm mixture.
3
Phase 3
Heat oil in a skillet to 180°C. Spoon batter in, flatten thin, and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and lacy-crisp.
4
Phase 4
Drain on paper towels and serve piping hot with generous bowls of cool applesauce.