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Draniki are traditional Belarusian potato pancakes that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Made from finely grated raw potatoes, they’re mixed with onion, a small amount of flour, and egg, then pan-fried until golden and perfectly crisp.

What makes draniki special is their simplicity. The potatoes are grated very finely, almost to a puree, which helps the pancakes hold together and creates their signature soft, creamy interior. Onions add subtle sweetness, while frying gives them a rich, savory crunch.

Draniki are a staple of Belarusian home cooking and are often served hot with sour cream, butter, or hearty toppings like machanka, a thick pork sauce meant for dipping. They’re enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and are especially popular during colder months.

If you have potatoes you need to use, Make Draniki! They’re my go to now with potatoes that need used up!

Draniki (Belarus)

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 russet potatoes
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 1 Egg
• 2 tbsp flour (or gluten free flour)
• 3 tbsp dill or parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp salt
• Avocado or olive oil for frying

Method

 

1. Grate 4 peeled potatoes, and squeeze out a little liquid if too liquid, grate onion and add it in with potatoes, add 2tbsp flour, 1 egg, salt and dill or parsley.
2. In a skillet add the avocado oil and heat on medium, once hot, spoon small portions of the potato mixture in the hot oil, you want the edges to be same thickness all around, fry 3 min on each side on medium heat or until they're browned and crispy. remove and place on paper towel. served with sour cream!