Bramboraky

Name: Bramboraky
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Czech
Ingredients: 6 large potatoes, peeled and grated; 3 cloves garlic, pressed; 2 eggs; 4 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp dried marjoram; Salt, pepper; Oil for frying

Bramboraky (BRAHM-boh-rah-kee)

Czech Potato Pancakes

⏱ Prep Time 30 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 320 kcal

Crispy, golden potato pancakes fragrant with garlic and marjoram, fried until lacy-edged and irresistible.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 6.0g

Carbs 38.0g

Fat 16.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

box grater skillet spatula

Presentation Guide

Vessel: wooden board

Garnishes: sour cream, chives

Accompaniments: beer

Ingredients

6 large potatoes, peeled and grated
3 cloves garlic, pressed
2 eggs
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp dried marjoram
Salt, pepper
Oil for frying

Instructions

1
Grate potatoes coarsely, squeeze out excess liquid.
2
Mix with garlic, eggs, flour, marjoram, salt, and pepper.
3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Drop spoonfuls of batter, flatten into thin pancakes.
5
Fry 3-4 min per side until golden and crispy.
6
Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

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Did You Know?

Bramboraky are the Czech equivalent of street food, traditionally sold at outdoor markets and festivals alongside beer.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

box grater
skillet
spatula

Garnishing

sour cream, chives

Accompaniments

beer

The Story Behind Bramboraky

Potato pancakes arrived in Czech lands after the potato became a staple crop in the 18th century. The addition of marjoram and garlic distinguishes Czech bramboraky from German or Polish versions, making them a uniquely Bohemian comfort food.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed snack or side 📜 Origins: 18th century

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