Deruny (Ukrainian Potato Pancakes)

Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs. russet potatoes ($1.75)
• 1 yellow onion ($0.38)
• 2 large eggs ($0.39)
• 2-3 Tbsp all-purpose flour ($0.02)
• 1 tsp salt ($0.05)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper ($0.02)
• 3-4 Tbsp cooking oil (for frying) ($0.16)

Steps

1. 1

   Peel the potatoes and onion, then rinse with cold water.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, grate potatoes and onion on the star-shaped side of a grater, taking turns and mixing the grated mixture. This will prevent potatoes from browning.

3. 3

   Add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper and mix well. The batter will be on a liquid side. Alternatively, you can prepare it in a food processor by grinding all ingredients together until no large chunks are left, for about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Preheat a large non-stick skillet on medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp of oil. Add a large spoonful of pancake batter and fry until golden brown, flip and cook on the other side. Repeat with the remaining batter.

5. 5

   Serve the deruny hot with a dollop of sour cream. Makes about 30 deruny.