Jacques Pépin'S Criques (Crispy Potato Pancakes)

Name: Jacques Pépin'S Criques (Crispy Potato Pancakes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the pancakes:; 2 cups (400g) peeled and cubed (about 1-inch) Russet potatoes; 1 cup (100g) cubed (about 1-inch) white or yellow onion; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons potato starch or all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon fine salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup minced scallions; Peanut or canola oil, to saute the pancakes; For the salad:; 4 cups salad greens, like arugula or a mix; 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; Dash salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

For the pancakes:
2 cups (400g) peeled and cubed (about 1-inch) Russet potatoes
1 cup (100g) cubed (about 1-inch) white or yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons potato starch or all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup minced scallions
Peanut or canola oil, to saute the pancakes
For the salad:
4 cups salad greens, like arugula or a mix
1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Dash salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Put the potatoes, onion, garlic, eggs, potato starch, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process for about 30 seconds to combine the ingredients well. The texture will be grainy. Stir or briefly pulse in the scallions.
2
Heat about 3 tablespoons oil in a large, nonstick skillet over high heat. When it is hot, add about 1/4 cup batter, spreading it out to form a pancake about 4 inches in diameter. Repeat this to have 4 pancakes cooking side by side in the pan. (If using a smaller pan, make multiple batches.) Cook the pancakes for about 3 minutes on each side over medium to high heat, fiddling with the heat as needed to make sure they don't burn before they cook through. They should be well browned and not squishy in the middle-you want to be sure the onions in the batter have a chance to cook through and lose their raw taste.
3
Transfer the pancakes to a wire rack so they don't get mushy on the underside. Continue making pancakes until all the batter is used, adding more oil to the pan as needed. Serve. (The criques are best fresh from the pan but can be made 1 to 2 hours ahead and reheated on a baking sheet in a 425u00b0 F oven for about 5 minutes before serving.)
4
To make the salad, toss the greens in a bowl with the olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Divide among four plates and arrange the criques on top.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the pancakes:, 2 cups (400g) peeled and cubed (about 1-inch) Russet potatoes, 1 cup (100g) cubed (about 1-inch) white or yellow onion, 2 cloves garlic, peeled, and more.

Yes, Jacques Pépin'S Criques (Crispy Potato Pancakes) falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!