Description
Crispy Potato Latkes: A Homemade Delight You Need to Try. Indulge in homemade Potato Latkes with a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 pounds baking potatoes
- 1 large onion
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup matzo meal
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
- vegetable oil
- applesauce
- crème fraîche
- smoked salmon
- salmon roe
- dill sprigs
Instructions
- Boil the Yukon Gold Potatoes: In a medium saucepan, cover the Yukon Gold potatoes with cool water, adding a generous sprinkle of sea salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well and ricer them into a large bowl for a smooth texture.
- Grate the Baking Potatoes: Quickly peel and grate the baking potatoes using the large holes of a box grater into a medium bowl. Press them with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture. Combine half of these grated potatoes with the riced Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Process the Potato-Onion Mixture: Transfer the remaining grated potatoes to a food processor, adding the large onion. Pulse until both are finely chopped. Place this mixture in a fine-mesh sieve and press down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, then fold it into the large bowl. Stir in the eggs, matzo meal, white pepper, and 2 teaspoons of salt.
- Fry the Latkes: Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet until shimmering. Working in batches, spoon 1/4 cup of the potato mixture for each latke into the hot oil, gently pressing to flatten. Fry over moderate heat, turning once, until both sides are golden brown and crisp, about 7 minutes. Drain the latkes on a paper-towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Optional: Serve with a delicious dollop of homemade applesauce or crème fraîche for a delightful pairing.
Notes
- Use a food processor for quicker preparation.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough to achieve crispiness.
- Experiment with different toppings for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latke
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg