Apple, Onion, Potato Cakes

1 medium yellow onion
2-3 tablespoons coconut oil, plus an additional ½ teaspoon coconut oil per potato cake.
2 large peeled and shredded potatoes
1 Apple peeled and shredded
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Heat sauté pan on medium heat and add 2-3 tablespoons of coconut oil. When oil has melted and is warm (but not smoking) add sliced onion. Let onion cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
Meanwhile the shred the peeled potatoes. Place on a paper towel, pat down, and let sit to dry bit.
Core apple and shred.
Place potatoes, apple, onion, salt and pepper into a bowl and mix thoroughly. Then add flour and mix until everything is evenly coated.
Heat pan or a griddle on medium high heat with additional oil. Using your hands, create a small ball with the potato mixture and flatten it until it is ¼ – ½ inch thick. Cook on each side until golden brown and crispy about 3-4minutes per side. Serve warm.

Recipe adapted by Blog Chefs.