Deruny [0000706]

Ingredients:

4 cups grated potatoes (about 4-5 medium potatoes)
1 small onion, grated or finely chopped
2 eggs
2 tablespoons potato starch (or cornstarch)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
Sour cream or applesauce, for serving
Instructions:

Grate the potatoes using a box grater or a food processor.
Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.

In a bowl, combine the grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, potato starch, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a batter.

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Drop spoonfuls of the potato batter into the skillet, flattening them slightly to form pancakes (deruny).

Cook the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Place the cooked pancakes on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Serve the Ukrainian Potato Pancakes (Deruny) warm, with sour cream or applesauce on the side.

Deruny are a classic Ukrainian comfort food made from grated potatoes. They are simple to make, delicious, and can be enjoyed as a side dish or even as a main course.