Peel, wash and dry potatoes. Peel onion.
Finely grate potatoes and onion.
Mix together the egg, salt and flour. Add to the potatoes and onion.
Heat the frying oil. Begin to fry the mixture by the ¼ cup in shapes of favorite story or film characters. Be as true to life as possible. Flatten in the pan. Fry 6-8 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
Place cooked pancakes on paper towel to absorb extra oil.
Serve immediately or keep warm.