Why do grated potatoes darken? Potato pancakes should be golden, not blue-green

Draniki, babka or potato pancakes are prepared using the same technology. You need to grate raw potatoes on a fine grater.

Then everything depends on the imagination and skills of the housewife. But the problem is that the potatoes darken during cooking and the potato pancakes turn out blue-green.

Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova - a cook and fourth-class baker - told how to fix this.

Potatoes will not turn dark if you use potatoes with a high starch content.

From the popular varieties you can choose "Skarb" or "Elizabeth".

And also if you grate one onion together with the potatoes.

Recipe for potato pancakes:

• potatoes 1 kg;
• flour 2 tbsp;
• onion 1 pc;
• egg 1 pc;
• salt to taste,
• oil for frying.

How to cook

Grate the potatoes on a fine grater and transfer the finished mixture into a sieve to drain off excess moisture.

Then grate the onion, mix with the potatoes and add the egg, flour and salt.

Mix until smooth and fry in a well-heated frying pan.

Only by following the cooking technology can you make the most delicious and mouth-watering potato pancakes. Enjoy your meal!