Classic Potato Latkes

Serves 12
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Directions

  1. 1Shred one onion into a bowl lined with a towel.
  2. 2Peel and shred 1 pound of russet potatoes (about 3 small potatoes).
  3. 3Squeeze all the liquid out of the potatoes.
  4. 4Add 1/4 cup of matzo meal or flour, a teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and one large egg to the potato mixture.
  5. 5Heat oil in a pan until it bubbles, indicating it's ready for frying.
  6. 6Gently place the latkes into the oil using a cookie scoop or the back of a wooden spoon.
  7. 7Cook for 2 minutes on each side.
  8. 8Sprinkle with a little bit of salt when they come out of the oil.

Ingredients

  • 1 onion
  • 1 lb russet potatoes
  • 0.25 cup matzo meal or flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • oil

Equipment

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Tips

  • Use a neutral oil like vegetable, canola, or avocado for frying.
  • Do not overcrowd your pan when frying.
  • Sprinkle latkes with salt immediately after removing them from the oil.