Description
Crispy potato latkes bring golden memories of Hanukkah celebrations to your kitchen. Perfectly seasoned and fried to a delightful crunch, these traditional Jewish potato pancakes promise a simple yet delicious experience you’ll savor with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds potatoes (Russet, shredded)
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion (shredded)
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (unseasoned)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- 0.5 cup canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Use a grater or food processor to shred potatoes and onion into fine, uniform strands.
- Transfer shredded mixture to a clean kitchen towel and vigorously squeeze out excess liquid to ensure crispy latkes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded potatoes and onion with egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, thoroughly blending ingredients.
- Heat canola oil in a large skillet to 375°F, creating an even, sizzling surface for frying.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of potato mixture into hot oil, gently pressing each portion into thin, circular patties.
- Fry latkes for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating when edges turn golden brown and crisp.
- Remove latkes using a slotted spatula, placing them on paper towels to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately while hot and crunchy, optionally garnishing with applesauce or sour cream.
Notes
- Pat potatoes and onions thoroughly dry to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy latkes.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet for the best texture and binding ability in your latkes.
- Swap breadcrumbs with matzo meal for a more traditional Hanukkah recipe and gluten-free option.
- Experiment with adding fresh herbs like chives or dill to elevate the flavor profile of your latkes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 254 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 295 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg