New Year's Eve Latkes
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, these New Year's Eve Latkes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your holiday gathering. Made from a perfect blend of grated russet potatoes, yellow onion, and a hint of baking powder for extra crispiness, these latkes fry up to perfection in just minutes. With a delicate balance of salt, pepper, and a fluffy interior, they’re an easy and delicious appetizer or side dish that pairs beautifully with classic toppings like sour cream or applesauce. Ready in under an hour and made with simple pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for anyone looking to celebrate the new year with a festive twist on a traditional favorite. Perfect for sharing and sure to impress your guests, don’t miss out on staking your claim to this timeless dish!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0 Sour cream or applesauce (optional for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the russet potatoes and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Transfer the grated potatoes into a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Step 2
Grate the yellow onion and combine it with the grated potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
In the same bowl, add the eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (around 350°F). Use enough oil to create a shallow fry, about 1/4 inch deep.
Step 5
Using a heaping tablespoon or a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the potato mixture and shape it into a patty. Carefully place each latke into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 6
Fry the latkes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spatula to transfer the cooked latkes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 7
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan if necessary and allowing it to heat up before each batch.
Step 8
Serve the latkes warm with sour cream, applesauce, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1718.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3554.7 |
| Total Fat 251.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 387mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4087.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 300.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.5g | |
| Protein 52.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 288.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7087.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories