Potato Pancakes (Latkes)

Potato Pancakes (Latkes)

Potato Pancakes (Latkes)

20 mins Serves 6

Classic crispy potato pancakes with a golden crust and tender interior

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Peel and shred the potatoes
  2. Finely grate the onion
  3. In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs, flour, onion, salt, and pepper
  4. Add the shredded potatoes and mix well
  5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  6. Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil and flatten with the back of a spoon to form pancakes
  7. Fry each side until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side
  8. Remove and drain on paper towels

Tips

For crispier latkes, squeeze out excess moisture from the shredded potatoes using a clean kitchen towel before adding to the mixture. Serve with applesauce or sour cream.

Vegetable Sides Jewish Cuisine