SWEET POTATO-GREEN APPLE LATKES

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Categories     Potato     Side     Fry     Hanukkah     Vegetarian     Vegan     Kosher for Passover

Yield 20-25 latkes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs sweet potatoes, rinsed and peeled
1 lb parsnips, rinsed and peeled
1 lb green apples, rinsed
10 shallots, or 1 med onion, peeled
all-purpose flour - about a half cup
1 Tbls. coarse kosher salt
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Peanut and/or Vegetable oil for frying
Serve with Sour Cream & Applesauce

Steps:

  • 1. Coarsely potatoes, parsnips, apples and shallots. If mixture is too wet, soak up some of the water with doubled paper towels or tea towel. (This step if more important when using regular potatoes to remove extra starch.) Toss together in a large bowl. 2. Add salt, and pepper to potato mixture and toss to mix well. Add enough flour to make ingredients "stick" together and form cakes 3. Pour 3/4 in. oil into a 10- to 12-in. frying pan (with sides at least 2 in. high) over medium-high heat. When oil reaches 350°, scoop 1/3 cup of potato mixture from bowl, then gently turn in hands and press into a patty about 1/3 in. thick, then gently slide pancake into hot oil. Cook 3 or 4 pancakes at a time (do not crowd pan) until edges are crispy and well browned and undersides are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Gently turn and cook until other sides are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes longer. 4. Transfer pancakes to paper bag to drain briefly, then keep warm in a 200° oven directly on wire rack while you cook remaining pancakes. Serve hot, with Sour Cream and Applesauce. Tips for Terrific Latkes: Keep oil between 300° and 350° while frying to prevent latkes from turning greasy. Check heat with a candy thermometer and adjust heat accordingly. If making latkes ahead, let cool on paper towels, then arrange in a single layer in a zip-lock plastic bag and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in a 300° oven until crispy and hot, about 15 minutes.

Sk Adhikari
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Overall, I thought these latkes were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Kojo Saviour
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These latkes were a lot of work to make. I don't think I'll be making them again.


Mariam Achamcham
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These latkes were bland and flavorless. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.


Moslam Moslam
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I had trouble getting the latkes to stay together. They kept falling apart in the pan.


alice maina
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These latkes were a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Gordon Campbell
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potato latkes, but these were surprisingly good. The green apples really add something special.


laura parker
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These latkes are a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I always have a few extra sweet potatoes after Thanksgiving and these latkes are a great way to use them up.


chriss dsm
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I've made these latkes several times now and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for Hanukkah.


Nevaeh Branigin
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These latkes are the perfect finger food. They're great for parties or potlucks.


Irvin Martinez
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I made these latkes for a brunch party and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about them.


Salowan Gamer
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My kids loved these latkes! They're a fun and healthy way to get them to eat their veggies.


Jamal Abdul Jalil
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These latkes were so easy to make! I had them on the table in under 30 minutes. They're a great weeknight meal.


Toby Pittmann
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I'm not usually a fan of green apples, but they really worked well in these latkes. They added a nice tartness that cut through the sweetness of the sweet potatoes.


hollymae Garcia (Dolo)
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These latkes were a hit at our Hanukkah party! They're so unique and flavorful, with the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I especially loved the crispy edges.