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Celebrate Hanukkah with this recipe for latkes with herbed labneh

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Latkes with Herbed Labneh

Cultural Context

Latkes, or potato pancakes, are a traditional dish during Hanukkah, symbolizing the miracle of the oil. Originating in Eastern European Jewish communities, they celebrate the festival of lights with crispy, golden goodness. Today, latkes are enjoyed year-round and have inspired variations worldwide, including toppings like herbed labneh for a modern twist.

JewishILmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
onions
2 eggs
flour
salt
canola oil
dill
chives
baking powder
lemon juice
red onion
cubed apples

labneh

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs provide flavor at a lower cost and longer shelf life.

1

Use a food processor to grate Yukon Gold potatoes and onions.

2

Squeeze out excess moisture using cheesecloth or a clean cloth.

3

Let the grated mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow more water to drain.

4

Chop dill and chives and add to the potato mixture.

5

Add 2 lightly beaten eggs, flour, salt, and baking powder to the mixture.

6

Heat canola oil in a skillet until shimmering.

7

Spoon the potato mixture into the skillet and flatten slightly.

8

Fry until golden brown on both sides.

9

Prepare a sauce with cubed apples, red onion, chopped herbs, lemon juice, and salt while latkes are cooking.

Cooking Techniques

gratingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

food processorcheeseclothskilletmixing bowlspatula

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Allergens

eggsglutendairy

Also Known As

Potato PancakesLatkes

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