Ingredients
– 2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 pound)
– 1 large onion (8 ounces)
– 2 large eggs
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– Safflower or other oil for frying
Instructions
1-Peel and grate the potatoes and onion: then place them in a clean towel and wring out excess moisture to ensure crispiness.
2-In a mixing bowl: combine the grated potatoes and onion with eggs, flour, salt, and pepper; mix until well incorporated.
3-Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat: until shimmering.
4-Scoop 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture per latke: and carefully place into the hot oil, flattening slightly with a spatula.
5-Fry latkes for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
6-Transfer cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate: to absorb excess oil.
7-Serve immediately with your preferred toppings: such as applesauce or sour cream.
Last Step:
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🧂 Drain the grated potatoes well to avoid soggy latkes.
🔥 Maintain medium-high heat to ensure the latkes crisp up without burning.
🥄 Press the latke mixture thinly for even cooking and maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 latkes
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg