Potato pancake
Potato pancake
A Potato pancake (pronunciation: /pəˈteɪtoʊ ˈpænˌkeɪk/) is a type of pancake made from grated or ground potato, flour and eggs, often flavored with grated onion or garlic and seasoning. The dish is sometimes made from mashed potatoes to produce a pancake that is softer in texture.
Etymology
The term "potato pancake" is of English origin. The word "potato" comes from the Spanish "patata", which was derived from the Taino word "batata", meaning sweet potato. The word "pancake" comes from the Middle English "pancake", a compound of "pan", meaning a shallow dish, and "cake", meaning a baked good.
Related terms
- Latke: A type of potato pancake that is associated with the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.
- Rösti: A Swiss dish consisting mainly of potatoes, similar to a potato pancake.
- Boxty: A traditional Irish potato pancake.
- Hash browns: A popular American breakfast dish that is similar to a potato pancake.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Potato pancake
- Wikipedia's article - Potato pancake
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