Potato Pancakes With Avocado Salsa Recipe

Name: Potato Pancakes With Avocado Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg pontiac potato, peeled; 1/2 bunch shallot, chopped; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons self-raising flour; salt; pepper; 125 (1/2 cup) ml oil, for frying; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 large avocado; 1 hot chili pepper, deseeded and chopped finely; 2 ripe roma tomatoes, chopped finely; 1 small lemon, juiced; 1 bunch chives, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 kg pontiac potato, peeled
1/2 bunch shallot, chopped
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons self-raising flour
salt
pepper
125 (1/2 cup) ml oil, for frying
1 tablespoon butter
1 large avocado
1 hot chili pepper, deseeded and chopped finely
2 ripe roma tomatoes, chopped finely
1 small lemon, juiced
1 bunch chives, finely chopped

1
Grate the potatoes and squeeze out the water.
2
Place in a bowl with the shallots, eggs, flour, salt and pepper and mix together well.
3
Heat the oil in a frying pan, then add the butter.
4
Drop dessertspoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil and cook until golden brown on each side.
5
Remove and drain on absorbent paper.
6
Keep warm.
7
Mash the avocado, then add the diced tomato, chilli,*lemon juice, salt and pepper.
8
Sprinkle with chives and serve with drinks.
9
*If you don't like a lot of lemon juice, you can add less but make sure there is enough lemon juice to stop the avocado from discolouring.

27962

kcal

Calories

3133

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg pontiac potato, peeled, 1/2 bunch shallot, chopped, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons self-raising flour, and more.

Yes, Potato Pancakes With Avocado Salsa falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Potato Pancakes With Avocado Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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