Reibekuchen (German Potato Pancakes)

Ingredients

• 20 medium potatoes
• 1 large onion , finely chopped
• 1 large egg
• 5 tablespoons rolled oats , or more as needed
• 4 tablespoons oil , or more as needed
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel potatoes and finely grate. Set grated potatoes onto a clean kitchen towel, twist to close, and press most of the liquid out of the potatoes, leaving only a little moisture.

2. 2

   Mix pressed potatoes, onion, egg, and oats in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large skillet. Shape small potato pancakes with 2 spoons out of the potato mixture and set into the hot oil. Bake in batches until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side, adding more oil as necessary. Drain on paper towels before serving.