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Crispy Latkes

Cultural Context

Crispy latkes have their roots in Eastern European Jewish cuisine, traditionally served during Hanukkah to commemorate the miracle of the oil. These potato pancakes symbolize resilience and resourcefulness, utilizing simple ingredients to create a beloved dish. Today, latkes are enjoyed year-round, often with various toppings, reflecting their adaptability and the joy they bring to gatherings.

JewishILside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups russet potatoes, grated
1 medium onion, grated
1 cup oil
1/4 cup potato starch

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

matzo meal

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option while all-purpose flour is more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are a cost-effective alternative that still add flavor.

1

Peel the russet potatoes and onion.

2

Cut potatoes into manageable pieces and halve the onion.

3

Grate the potatoes using a food processor with a grater attachment.

4

Grate the onion separately to manage moisture.

5

Drain excess moisture from the grated onion by tipping out the juice.

6

Squeeze the grated potatoes and onion through cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel to remove as much liquid as possible.

7

Keep the drained liquid to collect the potato starch at the bottom.

8

Combine the drained potatoes and onion with the potato starch.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

box graterlarge skilletclean kitchen towelmixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freevegan

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Potato PancakesLatkes

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