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Crispy Homemade Potato Latkes

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This simple fried classic potato latke recipe is pure comfort food.  Potato "pancakes" are made from grated potatoes mixed with flour, eggs, and seasonings and lightly fried.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb russet potatoes, grated
  • 1/3 cup onions, grated
  • 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped, divided
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour (or potato flour or matzo flour)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup + vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Grate potatoes and onion (food processor's have an awesome attachment for this). 
  • Place grated potatoes in a kitchen towel or cheesecloth to try to get the maximum amount of liquid out (see video). You can also use a salad spinner or colander to help get liquid out.
  • Place grated potatoes in large bowl and mix in onions, 3/4 of the parsley, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. 
  • Make the latkes into a medium round disks (~ 3.5 ounces each or 3/4 cup) and place on a plate or sheet pan.  The potatoes are going to let loose more liquid.  You want to squeeze as much liquid out as possible before putting them in the frying pan. 
  • Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium high heat and add vegetable oil. 
  • When oil is hot (you will know if you drip water into it and it lightly sizzles).  Place latkes in the pan and fry on each side ~ 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.  
  • Add oil as you go if needed, but always remember to get it hot before you add the latkes.  Turn down the heat if potatoes are burning or oil is popping up (grab a splatter guard if you need it).
  • Add salt to taste and serve with sour cream, applesauce, or fresh chopped parsley.  Happy Eating! Beckie

Notes

  • 2 lbs of potatoes generally makes around 12 latkes.
  • Grated onions can be potent. Use less onions if you are sensitive to the taste.
  • The thicker you make the latke's the longer you will need to cook them at a lower heat to get the middle cooked. Adjust the heat according to how thick or thin you like your potato pancakes.

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