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Potato Kugel

Cultural Context

Potato Kugel has its roots in Eastern European Jewish cuisine, traditionally served during Shabbat and Jewish holidays. This savory pudding reflects the resourcefulness of Jewish families, utilizing simple ingredients to create a comforting dish. Today, Kugel is enjoyed in various forms around the world, with adaptations including sweet versions made with apples or raisins, showcasing its versatility and enduring popularity.

JewishILside
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
4 cups grated potatoes
1 cup grated onions
4 large eggs
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty taste.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is a lighter, vegetarian option.

1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

2

Grease six 4 to 6 ounce glass ramekins or custard cups liberally with extra virgin olive oil.

3

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat 3/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.

4

Whisk together three eggs in a bowl.

5

Season the eggs with 2 teaspoons of kosher salt and about 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

6

Use a food processor to process the onions first to keep the potatoes from browning.

7

Set the food processor to the shoestring blade for the potatoes.

8

Soak peeled potatoes in a bowl of water to prevent oxidation and browning.

9

Mix the processed onions with the whisked eggs and hot oil from the saucepan.

10

Fill the greased ramekins with the potato mixture, packing it nicely.

11

Place the filled ramekins in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) to bake.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

box graterlarge bowlbaking dishovenkitchen towel

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

KugelPotato Pudding

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