Potato Pancakes, Version II

Directions

1. 1
   Grate the potatoes by hand or with the grating disk of a food processor; drain very briefly, pressing lightly.
2. 2
   Mix in salt.
3. 3
   Heat the oil or butter over medium heat, preferably in a large, seasoned cast-iron or non-stick skillet.
4. 4
   Drop potatoes in by large spoonfuls, flattening the pancakes with the back of the spoon.
5. 5
   Dont try to turn them until theyre brown and crisp on the first side.
6. 6
   Turn and continue cooking until brown and crisp on the second side, about 6 to 8 minutes total.
7. 7
   Or put the whole batch of potatoes in the pan at once; when the underside is brown (it will take 10 to 15 minutes), slide the pancake out onto a plate.
8. 8
   Cover with another plate, then invert the two plates.
9. 9
   Return to the pan, uncooked side down, and finish cooking.
10. 10
    Serve hot or at room temperature.