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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
2 kilos potatoes
1 onion
200 ml cream
salt
black pepper
2 eggs
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
300-400 g bacon
sour cream

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

Grate about 2 kilos of potatoes using a fine grater.

2

Pour all the grated potato mixture into a separate bowl.

3

Chop one onion and add it to the potatoes immediately to prevent browning.

4

Add 200 ml of cream to the mixture.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6

Add two eggs to the mixture.

7

Add 4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs or flour and mix well.

8

Take 300-400 g of bacon, remove the skin, and cut the meat into small cubes.

9

Fry the bacon in a hot pan without any oil until it releases its juice.

10

Add the finely chopped onion to the bacon and fry until crispy.

11

Add the bacon and onion mixture to the potato mixture and mix well.

12

Pour the mixture into a baking dish.

13

Bake at 200°C for 50-60 minutes.

14

Serve the dish hot, optionally with sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

fine graterseparate bowlhot panbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

KugelPotato Pudding

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