Perfect Potato Latkes Recipe

Name: Perfect Potato Latkes Recipe
Total time: 35 mins
Ingredients: 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled; 1 large egg, beaten, or more to taste; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon grated onion; 0.5 teaspoon salt, or more to taste; 0.25 cup peanut oil for frying, or as needed

This easy potato latke recipe uses shredded potatoes, grated onion, and a flour-egg binder to create golden brown pancakes. Crispy and flavorful, these potato pancakes are perfect for Hanukkah and any other time of year. Serve with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon for a delightful treat.

Total time35 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield12 latkes, 6

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Ingredients

3 medium russet potatoes, peeled
1 large egg, beaten, or more to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated onion
0.5 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
0.25 cup peanut oil for frying, or as needed

Instructions

Grate the potatoes using a food processor with the grater attachment. Transfer the grated potatoes to cheesecloth and wring out as much moisture as possible.
Place 2 cups of the drained potatoes in a medium bowl (save any extra for another use). Add the egg, flour, onion, and salt to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large, heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat. Drop large spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, pressing down to form patties that are 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick. Cook the latkes until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
Remove the cooked latkes from the skillet and drain on paper towel-lined plates to remove excess oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 199 kcal
Fat Content: 11 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sodium Content: 191 mg
Protein Content: 5 g
Cholesterol Content: 62 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 22 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g