Hremzli — Maramureș Potato Pancakes
Hremzli (also known as «Hermze» in Baia Mare or «Hremzli» in Sighetu Marmației) are traditional Maramureș potato pancakes made from a simple batter of grated raw potatoes, eggs, flour, and seasonings, fried in oil until golden and crispy. They are the local equivalent of «potato pancakes» from other regions and resemble the famous Jewish «latkes» — a legacy of the region's historical multiculturalism. Served with sour cream, cheese, or simply as a seasonal snack.
Servings
4
Prep
15 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
35 minutes
🥘Ingredients
servings
Ingredients
For serving
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
approx. 20–24 hremzli
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a dry pan over medium heat or in the oven at 180°C to restore crispiness.
Freezer
Can be frozen after frying and fully cooling. Place baking paper between them to prevent sticking. Reheat in the oven at 200°C for 10–12 minutes.
🥗Nutrition Facts
Estimated values per serving of 3 hremzli (approx. 150 g), fried in oil.
Calories
approx. 180 kcal / serving (3 hremzli)
Protein
5 g
Fat
8 g
Carbohydrates
22 g
Fiber
2 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Hremzli with onion — add 1 small grated onion to the batter for a richer, more aromatic flavor.
Hremzli with cheese — add 50 g of cottage cheese or crumbled feta-style cheese directly to the batter.
Spicy hremzli — with coarsely ground black pepper or finely chopped hot pepper added to the batter.
Garlic hremzli — 2 crushed garlic cloves added to the batter, served with dill sour cream.