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Cheese Potato Pancakes

Cultural Context

Cheese Potato Pancakes, or Cheese Latkes, are a beloved dish in Jewish cuisine, often enjoyed during Hanukkah. They celebrate the tradition of frying foods in oil, symbolizing the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days. While traditionally made with potatoes, variations include cheese for added richness. Today, these pancakes are enjoyed year-round, appealing to both traditionalists and modern palates alike.

JewishUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups grated potatoes
1 cup shredded cheese
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup oil
1/4 cup chopped chives
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon baking powder

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

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces fat while adding protein.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt maintains creaminess with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch is a gluten-free option.

eggs

💰Cheaper: flaxseed meal

Flaxseed meal can replace eggs in binding.

1

Peel and grate the potatoes into a bowl.

2

Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes using a clean kitchen towel.

3

In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, cheese, finely chopped onion, eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

4

Mix the ingredients until well combined.

5

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

6

Scoop a portion of the mixture and flatten it into a pancake shape.

7

Place the pancake in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8

Repeat with remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.

9

Remove pancakes and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

10

Serve hot, garnished with chives and a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingfrying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Cheese LatkesCheese Potato Fritters

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