Best 6 Potato Latkes Ii Recipes

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Potato latkes, also known as potato pancakes, are a traditional dish enjoyed by people of various cultures around the world. These crispy and flavorful patties are typically made with grated potatoes, flour, eggs, and seasonings. They can be served as a main course, side dish, or even a snack.

This article presents a collection of potato latke recipes that cater to different dietary preferences and taste buds. From classic potato latkes to gluten-free, vegan, and even sweet potato variations, there's a recipe here for everyone to enjoy. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful photos to guide you through the cooking process.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will provide you with all the information you need to make delicious potato latkes at home. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO LATKES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large baking potatoes
1 extra-large egg, whisked
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons clarified butter

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and grate them on a box grater. Wrap the grated potatoes in a kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Combine the potatoes in a bowl with the egg, flour, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Melt the clarified butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Place a tablespoon of the potato mixture into the sizzling butter and cook for 2 minutes. Turn the pancakes over and cook for another 2 minutes, or until crisp on the outside and golden brown. Serve the pancakes hot from the skillet.

POTATO LATKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds russet potatoes peeled
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons flour (or more) or matzo meal (during Passover)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a food processor grate the potatoes. Line a sieve with cheesecloth and transfer potatoes to the sieve. Set sieve over a bowl, twist cheesecloth into a pouch, squeezing out some moisture. Let mixture drain for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, pour off liquid from the bowl but leave the white potato starch that settles in the bottom of the bowl.
  • To that starch add shallots, eggs, flour, 1-1/2 teaspoons of salt and freshly ground pepper. Return drained potatoes to this mixture and toss to combine.
  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line a baking pan with paper towels. When you are ready to eat, in a large skillet heat 1/4 inch of oil over medium high heat until hot. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of potato mixture and cook for 3 to 4 minutes a side; latkes should be golden and crisp on both sides. Eat right away or keep warm in oven. Serve with applesauce or sour cream or cottage cheese mixed with sour cream.

POTATO PANCAKES II



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Crispy, golden and cheesy! Good use of leftover mashed potatoes. This recipe is very versatile: you can add minced garlic, chives, or 1/4 cup of any shredded raw vegetable, or substitute the cheese with a tablespoon of sugar and serve with maple syrup.

Provided by Deanne

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together potatoes, beaten egg, salt, and cheese. Melt butter on a large griddle at medium heat. Drop potato mixture onto griddle 1/4 cup at a time. Flatten with a spatula to 1/2 inch thick. Fry approximately 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1350.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

POTATO LATKES



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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

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
1 medium onion
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying
Optional toppings: applesauce, sour cream, lox, chives, pearl onions and lemon wedges

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.

CLASSIC POTATO LATKES



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Serve these potato latkes with apple sauce, or smoked salmon with a dollop of soured cream. Traditionally made for Hanukkah, they're great all year round

Provided by Fracine Kowalsky

Categories     Breakfast, Lunch

Time 35m

Yield Makes 12 large or 24 small

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 Maris Piper potatoes, peeled
1 medium onion
2 large eggs
2 tbsp plain flour or matzoh meal
vegetable, peanut or canola oil, for frying
soured cream
smoked salmon
finely chopped chives
apple sauce

Steps:

  • Coarsley grate the potatoes and onion into a large bowl, or use a food processor with a coarse grating blade. Leave the mixture to rest for about 15 mins so the liquid releases from the onions and potatoes. Carefully drain off the liquid for about 30 mins until the mixture is dry, then put in a cheese cloth and squeeze out the remaining liquid.
  • Add the eggs, flour, 1 tsp sea salt and pepper, and mix well. Pour the oil into the pan so that it is 2-3cm deep. Set over a medium heat for a few minutes until it ripples.
  • Carefully spoon in the mixture to the size you want - 2 tbsp for large latkes or 1 tbsp for small. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, and cook on each side until browned for 2 mins. Remove to a plate lined with kitchen paper, then season with a sprinkling of salt. Serve with the soured cream and smoked salmon, finished with a sprinkling of chives, or just apple sauce - both are traditional.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

CLASSIC POTATO LATKES



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This recipe is for a classic, unadorned latke; the kind your Bubbe used to make. No kohlrabi or cumin here. Serve them hot and make more than you think you need. They go fast.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch

Time 45m

Yield About 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 pound), scrubbed and cut lengthwise into quarters
1 large onion (8 ounces), peeled and cut into quarters
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt (or 1 teaspoon fine sea salt), plus more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Safflower or other oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Using a food processor with a coarse grating disc, grate the potatoes and onion. Transfer the mixture to a clean dishtowel and squeeze and wring out as much of the liquid as possible.
  • Working quickly, transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the eggs, flour, salt, baking powder and pepper, and mix until the flour is absorbed.
  • In a medium heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat, pour in about 1/4 inch of the oil. Once the oil is hot (a drop of batter placed in the pan should sizzle), use a heaping tablespoon to drop the batter into the hot pan, cooking in batches. Use a spatula to flatten and shape the drops into discs. When the edges of the latkes are brown and crispy, about 5 minutes, flip. Cook until the second side is deeply browned, about another 5 minutes. Transfer the latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and sprinkle with salt while still warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor or box grater to shred the potatoes quickly and evenly.
  • Squeeze the shredded potatoes well to remove excess moisture. This will help the latkes to be crispy.
  • Add a little bit of baking powder to the batter to make the latkes light and fluffy.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the latkes. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Fry the latkes in batches so that they don't overcrowd the pan. This will also help them to cook evenly.
  • Serve the latkes hot with your favorite toppings, such as applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon.

Conclusion:

Potato latkes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With so many different ways to make them, you're sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give potato latkes a try!

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