Crispy Potato Pancakes with Egg & Smoked Salmon
Golden, crispy German-style potato pancakes topped with a runny fried egg and silky smoked salmon, served with fresh greens. Ready in 25 minutes with pantry staples and one skillet.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- ½ medium yellow onion
- 3 large eggs
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 2 cups mixed green salad
- ½ whole lemon
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- 1
Peel and finely grate potatoes and onion into a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze hard to remove all liquid, then transfer to a bowl.
- 2
Toss potatoes with 1 egg, flour, salt, and pepper until combined. Heat a large skillet over medium-high with oil until shimmering.
- 3
Divide mixture into 4 patties and press flat into skillet. Fry 4 minutes per side until dark golden and crispy at edges.
- 4
Slide pancakes to a plate. Add a bit more oil to skillet, crack in remaining 2 eggs, and fry until whites set but yolks jiggle.
- 5
Top each pancake with a fried egg and torn smoked salmon. Dress salad greens with lemon juice, salt, and pepper on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- box grater or microplane
- kitchen towel
- large bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
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