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Latke

Cultural Context

Latkes, or potato pancakes, are a traditional Jewish dish often enjoyed during Hanukkah, symbolizing the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days. Made primarily from grated potatoes and onions, they are typically fried until crispy and served with sour cream or applesauce. While they are deeply rooted in Eastern European Jewish culture, latkes have gained popularity worldwide, especially during the holiday season, with various adaptations and toppings.

JewishILside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs potatoes
1 cup onions
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sour cream
1 cup applesauce
1/4 cup chives
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon baking powder

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

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Cornstarch can be a gluten-free alternative.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Aquafaba is a cost-effective egg substitute for binding.

1

Grate the potatoes and onions using a box grater or food processor.

2

Place the grated potatoes and onions in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.

3

In a bowl, combine the grated mixture with eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.

4

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

5

Spoon the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening each latke slightly with the back of a spatula.

6

Fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

7

Transfer cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

8

Serve hot with sour cream and applesauce on the side.

9

Garnish with chopped chives for added flavor.

10

Enjoy fresh and crispy!

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

potato pancakelatkes

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