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Easy Potato Latkes

Easy Potato Latkes, also known as "potato pancakes" host a crunchy exterior, with a creamy potato and onion interior. A traditional Hanukkah dish made with a handful of kitchen and pantry staple ingredients!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 141 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: European

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds potatoes such as Russet, shredded
  • 1 small onion shredded, (or 1/2 medium)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoon breadcrumbs unseasoned
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • ½ cup canola oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. Remove the Liquid: Place about 4 paper towels folded in half over a medium size bowl and add the potatoes and onions. You can use a cheesecloth as well. Gather the corners of the paper towels up and squeeze as much of the liquid out of the potatoes and onion as possible.
  2. Mix: Transfer the potatoes and onion to another bowl. Add in the egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper. Mix everything well and set the batter aside while the oil heats up.
  3. Cook: Add the oil to a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture onto a flat spatula and flatten it with your fingers to form a patty. Transfer this to the skillet and repeat until the skillet is full, but don't overcrowd. Cook about 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Adjust heat if necessary. Repeat with remaining latkes.
  4. Finish: Transfer the cooked latkes to a paper-towel lined plate plate. Finish cooking the rest of the latkes.
  5. Serve: Serve with sour cream or applesauce and enjoy.

Notes

  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days.
  • To reheat your lakes, place them in a 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until crisp.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1latke Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 119mg (5%) Potassium 256mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 23IU (0%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141

% Daily Value*

Serving 1latke
Calories 141kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 119mg 5%
Potassium 256mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 23IU 0%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.