Latkas

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly comforting, these homemade latkes are the ultimate potato pancake perfect for Hanukkah celebrations or anytime you crave a savory treat. Made with simple ingredients like grated Russet potatoes, a hint of yellow onion, eggs, and a touch of flour, these latkes are seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper. The secret to their signature crispiness lies in removing excess moisture from the potatoes and frying them to golden-brown perfection in sizzling vegetable oil. Ready in just 40 minutes, these latkes are as satisfying as they are simple to prepare. Serve them piping hot with the classic accompaniments of tangy sour cream or sweet applesauce for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dish that delights at every bite. Whether you’re celebrating traditions or making a midweek comfort food, latkes are a crispy masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 0 for serving (optional) Applesauce or sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater or the shredding attachment on a food processor.

Step 2

Grate the onion using the same method.

Step 3

Place the grated potatoes and onion into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Twist the cloth tightly to wring out as much liquid as possible, then transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, beat the eggs and add them to the potato-onion mixture.

Step 5

Stir in the flour, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 7

Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the potato mixture into the hot oil for each latke, flattening it gently with the back of a spoon or spatula to form a thin pancake.

Step 8

Cook the latkes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining potato mixture, adding more oil to the pan if needed.

Step 11

Serve the latkes hot, with applesauce or sour cream on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1687.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2411.4

Total Fat 114.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 5035.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.5g
Protein 51.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 274.5mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 7157.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 50.2%