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Potato Pancakes

Cultural Context

Potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are a traditional dish in Jewish cuisine, particularly during Hanukkah. They symbolize the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days in the temple. Variations exist across cultures, with different spices and ingredients reflecting local tastes. These pancakes are often served with applesauce or sour cream, making them a beloved comfort food.

JewishILside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 potatoes peeled and grated (approx. 350 gr)
1 large egg
salt to taste
½ tsp black pepper
1 pinch of nutmeg
½ medium onion
2 tbsp corn starch
2 tbsp vegetable oil

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber; cornstarch is often cheaper.

1

Grate the potatoes and onion into a bowl.

2

In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in the corn starch, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

3

Combine the potato-onion mixture with the egg mixture.

4

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

5

Spoon the mixture into the pan, flattening it into pancakes.

6

Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side.

7

Remove and drain on paper towels.

8

Serve warm with sour cream or apple sauce.

Cooking Techniques

gratedmixedfried

Equipment Needed

frying panmixing bowlgraterspatulapaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

egggluten

Also Known As

LatkesKartoffelpuffer

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