Lacy Potato Pancakes With Chives

From : the cooking of scandinavia

Peel the potatoes and grate them coarsely , preferably into tiny slivers , into a large mixing bowl.

Do not drain off the potato water that will accumulate in the bowl.

Working quickly to prevent the potatoes from turning brown , mix into them the chopped chives , salt and some pepper.

Heat the butter and oil in a 10 12 inch skillet over a high heat until the foam subsides.

The pan must be very hot , but not smoking.

Using 2 tablespoons of potato mixture for each pancake , fry 2 or 4 at a time , flattening them out with a spatula to about 3 inches in diameter.

Fry each batch of pancakes over a medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side , or until they are crisp and golden.

Serve at once.

potatoes, fresh chives, salt, black pepper, butter, vegetable oil