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Potato pancakes with cheese

Potato pancakes with cheese - crispy fritters

Potato pancakes with cheese are a traditional Belarusian dish made from grated potatoes with the addition of cheese. Potatoes are grated on a fine grater, mixed with egg, flour and grated cheese, then fried until crispy. Cheese gives pancakes a special tenderness and rich flavor. Served hot with sour cream, mushroom sauce or pickles. Great option for breakfast or hearty snack.

Potato 4 pc.
egg white 1 pc.
Sour cream 2 tbsp
cheese 50 g
Salt to taste
Vegetable oil 50 g

Шаг 1

Everything needs to be cooked quickly so the grated potatoes don't have time to turn black. So, peel the potatoes and grate them coarsely. Salt them.

Шаг 2

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Шаг 3

Add the beaten egg whites and sour cream to the potatoes. Gently mix so the beaten whites don't have time to settle.

Шаг 4

Place the potato mixture in circles on a well-heated pan with vegetable oil. Fry for 5-7 minutes, flip and fry for another 5 minutes.

Шаг 5

Place some grated cheese on top, cover with a lid and keep on heat for another couple of minutes.

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