Potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are a traditional dish served during Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights. They are made from grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour, and are typically fried in oil until golden brown. Latkes are often served with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon. This recipe for potato latkes with smoked salmon and crème fraîche is a delicious and elegant way to enjoy this classic dish. The latkes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the smoked salmon and crème fraîche add a touch of luxury.
This article also includes recipes for two sauces that can be served with the latkes: a classic applesauce and a tangy crème fraîche sauce. The applesauce is made with sweet and tart apples, and the crème fraîche sauce is made with sour cream, fresh herbs, and lemon juice. Both sauces are delicious and easy to make, and they add a delicious finishing touch to the latkes.
POTATO LATKES WITH SMOKED SALMON, CREME FRAICHE, AND AMERICAN FARMED CAVIAR
Provided by Food Network
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grate potatoes and onion on the large holes of a box grater. Splash with lemon juice and squeeze out excess water.
- Mix flour, milk, egg, baking powder, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Add to the potatoes and then add the melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add enough peanut oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Drop in spoonfuls of batter for form small cakes and fry until golden on 1 side. Flip, and cook the same way on the other side.
- Top each latke with smoked salmon, creme fraiche, and American farmed caviar.
POTATO GALETTES WITH SMOKED SALMON
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes, then cut them lengthwise in long matchsticks, using the finest julienne blade of a mandoline. Spread the potatoes out neatly in one layer on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, roll the towel up, and squeeze lightly to dry the potatoes without breaking them up. Put the potatoes into a bowl and toss them with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small (8-inch) omelet pan (a saute pan with sloped sides) over medium heat. Add half of the potatoes to the pan and press lightly with a large metal spatula to make the shreds lie flat. Cook them undisturbed for 5 minutes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the butter around the edge of the pan and cook the potatoes for another 3 to 5 minutes, until nicely browned on the bottom. Loosen the galette gently around the edge with the metal spatula and flip it over. (Be careful! The oil and butter underneath are very hot!) Add another tablespoon of butter around the edge and cook the galette for 4 to 5 minutes longer, until the second side is nicely browned. With the metal spatula, transfer the galette to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Repeat with the rest of the potatoes and butter to make a second galette.
- Place the two galettes on a cutting board. Spread each galette with 2 tablespoons of the creme fraiche and a layer of smoked salmon, covering the galette completely. Sprinkle with minced chives and sprinkle lightly with salt. Use a large chef's knife to cut each galette into 6 wedges and serve hot.
POTATO LATKES
This potato latke recipe is tasty at any meal. For the ultimate crispiness, squeeze out all the liquid from the grated veggies before you fry them up. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Coarsely grate potatoes and onion; squeeze mixture to remove as much liquid as possible. Place in a bowl; add green onions, egg, salt and pepper. , In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1/8 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil. Flatten to form patties. Fry until golden brown; turn and cook the other side. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve with toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
POTATO LATKES WITH SMOKED SALMON AND CREME FRAICHE
If you cant find or dont have creme fraiche try: ...Take 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and 1 tablespoon of buttermilk. Shake and let sit on kitchen counter for 12-16 hours until thick enough (depending on the temperature in the kitchen.) Then refrigerate. Voila...fresh.
Provided by Honeym
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 12 latkes, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using coarse side of box grater or food processor fitted with coarse grater blade, shred potatoes. Wrap potatoes in kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid. Transfer to large bowl. Repeat process with onion; add to bowl with potatoes.
- Add eggs, flour, salt and pepper to potatoes.
- Heat oil to 350 degrees.
- Working in batches, drop potato mixture by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; flatten to 3-inch rounds. Fry latkes until golden brown on bottom, adding more oil by tablespoonfuls as needed, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer latkes to rimmed baking sheet; keep warm in oven.
- Mix crème fraîche and chopped fresh tarragon in small bowl to blend. Divide smoked salmon among latkes. Top each latke with dollop of tarragon crème fraîche.
- Or insted of creme fraiche and tarragon you can try: creme fraiche, 1 tbsp dill, finely chopped, 2 tbsp horseradish, 1 tsp lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.5, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 160.3, Sodium 1109.2, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3, Protein 19.9
Tips:
- To make perfectly crispy latkes, use a combination of grated and finely diced potatoes. This will help to create a crispy exterior while keeping the interior fluffy.
- Be sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the potatoes before frying. This will help to prevent the latkes from becoming greasy.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the potatoes by hand using a box grater. Just be sure to grate them finely.
- To make the latkes even more crispy, fry them in a single layer in a large skillet. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the latkes will steam instead of fry.
- Serve the latkes hot with your favorite toppings, such as smoked salmon, crème fraîche, or applesauce.
Conclusion:
Potato latkes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With a few simple tips, you can make perfectly crispy latkes that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give potato latkes a try. You won't be disappointed.
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