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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
5-6 cups shredded Idaho Russet Potatoes (about 5 medium potatoes)
1 cup shredded onion (1 large onion)
2 beaten eggs
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3 tablespoons olive oil, heated, plus extra for brushing ramekins

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

Peel and grate potatoes and submerge shreds into cold, clean water to prevent from turning brown.

2

Peel and grate onion.

3

Drain water from potato shreds thoroughly. Squeeze excess water out with a kitchen towel if needed.

4

In a bowl combine shredded potato and onion.

5

Fold in beaten eggs and salt.

6

Add heated olive oil to potato mixture.

7

Brush ramekins with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.

8

Place ramekins and baking sheet into preheated 375(F) oven until ramekins and oil are heated, about 10 minutes.

9

Carefully fill heated ramekins with potato mixture.

10

Return to 375(F) oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until crisp, golden and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

ramekinsbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

KugelPotato Pudding

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