Directions

1. Heat oil in medium skillet on medium-high heat.
2. Add onions, veggies and garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Remove and let cool.
3. Add veggies to potato pancake mix, along with beaten eggs, 1/2 cup oil and water. Mix well.

4. In a large skillet, heat 1 cup oil.
5. Make patties from mixture and carefully rest in hot oil to fry, around 2 minutes per side depending on the heat of the oil.
6. Remove to a paper towel-covered plate and let cool.

7. Add a dollop of sour cream to the chopped chives for excellent serving décor.