Kartoffelpuffer
Potato pancakes in German is Kartoffelpuffer.
The term refers to fried patties made from grated potatoes.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many parts of Germany, especially in Westphalia and the Rhineland, these are more commonly known as Reibekuchen.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Kartoffelpuffer is used for both the singular (one pancake) and the plural (multiple pancakes) without changing its ending.
Did you know?
- If you order Kartoffelpuffer in a traditional German street food stall, they are almost always served with 'Apfelmus', a sweet applesauce that serves as a topping.
- The term Puffer in Kartoffelpuffer does not refer to a modern shock absorber, but to an old German term for small, soft doughy cakes.
- At German Christmas markets, these are often sold as a hearty street food to keep visitors warm in the winter cold.
Examples in context
- Hast du Lust, heute Abend Kartoffelpuffer zu essen?Do you feel like eating potato pancakes tonight?
- Ich mag Kartoffelpuffer mit Apfelmus.I like potato pancakes with applesauce.
- Möchtest du heute Kartoffelpuffer essen?Would you like to eat potato pancakes today?
- Die Kartoffelpuffer sind sehr knusprig.The potato pancakes are very crispy.
Example conversation
Hannah and Felix are deciding on a quick lunch at home.
- HannahSollen wir heute Kartoffelpuffer machen?Should we make potato pancakes today?
- FelixJa, das ist eine gute Idee.Yes, that is a good idea.
- HannahIch kaufe noch ein paar Kartoffeln.I will buy a few more potatoes.
- FelixIch helfe dir gerne beim Kochen.I will gladly help you with the cooking.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Kartoffelpuffer, CC BY-SA 4.0.
