Description
This easy potato latkes recipe creates crispy, golden-brown pancakes using simple ingredients. Perfect for Hanukkah or as an appetizer, these latkes are quick to prepare and full of flavor. Serve them with sour cream or applesauce for a traditional touch.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes
- Onion
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes and onion. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with a spatula.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the skillet.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and experiment with adding herbs like parsley or chives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latke
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg