Crispy, Savory Bacon Potato Pancakes
Super Simple Potato Pancakes with Bacon: The Perfect Beer Snack Recipe
This is the ultimate snack for enjoying a drink at home! Introducing our Bacon Potato Pancakes, which are crispy, savory, and utterly delicious, just like your favorite chips. They’re a perfect match for beer, and also a great option for kids’ snacks or late-night cravings. Enjoy these delicious potato pancakes with our super simple recipe that anyone can follow!
Main Ingredients- 2 medium potatoes
- 4 strips of bacon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, peel the potatoes thoroughly. Then, julienne them into very thin, fine strips. The thinner you cut them, the crispier your pancakes will be.
Step 2
Soak the julienned potatoes in cold water for about 5 minutes to remove excess starch. This step prevents the potato strips from sticking together and helps achieve a cleaner texture when frying.
Step 3
Finely chop the bacon into small pieces. The salty flavor and richness of the bacon will significantly enhance the taste of your potato pancakes.
Step 4
Gently squeeze out the excess water from the drained potato strips and place them in a bowl. Add the chopped bacon, 1 Tbsp of shrimp powder, and 3 Tbsp of glutinous rice flour. The shrimp powder adds a wonderful umami flavor.
Step 5
Finally, add a pinch of salt and mix all the ingredients thoroughly. The glutinous rice flour will help bind the mixture, creating the perfect batter for your delicious pancakes.
Step 6
Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Spoon portions of the batter onto the hot pan and use the back of the spoon to spread them into thin, round shapes. Keeping them relatively thin will ensure they cook through evenly and become extra crispy.
Step 7
Cook one side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side until equally golden brown. Continue flipping and frying until both sides are beautifully crisp. Your Bacon Potato Pancakes are ready! They are best enjoyed immediately while hot.
