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Potato Latkes

Crispy potato latkes with golden-brown edges and a soft center, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and grated
  • 1 medium onion grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Box grater or food processor
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Start by peeling the potatoes and grating them using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Grate the onion and mix it with the potatoes in a large bowl.
  3. Place the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel and twist to squeeze out excess moisture.
  4. In the same bowl, add the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper to the potato mixture and stir well.
  5. In a skillet, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom and heat over medium-high heat.
  6. Using a spoon, drop the batter into the hot oil, flattening each scoop slightly, and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the latkes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  8. Serve the latkes warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Enjoy with toppings like sour cream or applesauce. Make sure the oil is hot before frying for crispy latkes.