Latkes (Potato Pancakes)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Delicious Latkes recipe for breakfast or brunch
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs potatoes
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or 3 tablespoons matzo meal
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 onion , minced
black pepper , to taste
paprika , to taste
vegetable oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
168
Sugar
2g
Fat
3g
Latkes, also known as potato pancakes, are a traditional Jewish dish that is often eaten during Hanukkah, but they are enjoyed all year round. This dish consists of grated potatoes mixed with egg and flour, and then fried until golden brown. It’s a deliciously crispy and savory dish that can be served as a breakfast or brunch main dish, a snack, or even as a side dish. Latkes are often served with sour cream, apple sauce, or even a fried egg on top! This versatile dish can also be made vegan and gluten-free.

Instructions

1.Peel and grate the potatoes and onion into a bowl. Squeeze to remove excess liquid and transfer to a clean, dry cloth to remove any more liquid.
2.Mix in the eggs, flour (or matzo meal), baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3.Heat up some vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Using a 1/4 cup measure, spoon the batter into the skillet making sure to spread it out into a thin layer.
4.Fry each pancake for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let cool.

PROS

Latkes are the perfect breakfast or brunch dish that can be enjoyed with sour cream, apple sauce, or a fried egg.

They are also gluten-free and can be made vegan by removing the eggs.

CONS

Latkes are traditionally fried in oil, making them high in calories and fat.

They may also cause digestive discomfort for some people due to the high starch content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, Latkes provide complex carbohydrates, potassium, and vitamin C.
They are also gluten-free and can be made vegan-friendly, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

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