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Kohlwurst and Potato Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb Kohlwurst sausage, sliced
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Grater
- Skillet or griddle
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine grated potatoes, grated onion, beaten eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

3. Using a spoon, drop potato mixture onto the skillet, forming small pancakes. Flatten each pancake with a spatula.

4. Cook potato pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, add sliced Kohlwurst sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.

6. Serve Kohlwurst sausage with potato pancakes on the side.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 15g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kohlwurst sausage can be substituted with any other type of sausage.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour.

Variations:
- Add chopped herbs, such as parsley or chives, to the potato mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve with sour cream or applesauce on the side.

Tips and tricks:
- Squeeze excess moisture from grated potatoes before mixing with other ingredients to prevent soggy pancakes.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle for easier cooking and flipping.
- Keep cooked potato pancakes warm in the oven at 200°F until ready to serve.

Storage instructions:
Leftover Kohlwurst and potato pancakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place potato pancakes in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve Kohlwurst and potato pancakes on a platter with sliced lemons and fresh herbs for garnish.

Garnishes:
- Sliced lemons
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives

Pairings:
- German beer
- Riesling wine

Suggested side dishes:
- Sauerkraut
- Green salad with vinaigrette dressing

Troubleshooting advice:
- If potato pancakes are too wet, add more flour to the mixture.
- If potato pancakes are too dry, add more beaten egg to the mixture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure Kohlwurst sausage is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
Kohlwurst sausage is a traditional German sausage made with pork and spices. Potato pancakes, also known as Kartoffelpuffer, are a popular German dish made with grated potatoes and fried until crispy.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, crispy, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve Kohlwurst and potato pancakes as a main dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Taste: Savory, Smoky, Salty, Tangy, Earthy