Description
Crispy golden potato and sweet potato latkes bring comfort from traditional Jewish kitchens to modern dining tables. Perfectly seasoned with green onions and served alongside tangy sour cream, these latkes invite you to savor a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb russet potatoes (2 medium), peeled and grated
- 1 lb sweet potatoes (2 medium), peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated or finely diced
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan version)
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Cooking Ingredient:
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Carefully grate potatoes and sweet potatoes, then transfer them to a clean kitchen towel. Firmly wring out every drop of moisture to guarantee crispy, golden latkes.
- Create a harmonious blend by combining the shredded root vegetables with finely chopped onion, beaten eggs, flour, seasoning, and aromatic garlic powder in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Using a quarter-cup measure, craft uniform patties approximately half an inch thick, gently pressing the mixture to ensure compact formation.
- Warm vegetable oil in a generously sized skillet, bringing it to a precise medium-high temperature where it shimmers but does not emit smoke.
- Carefully lower patties into the hot oil, allowing each side to transform into a rich, amber-hued crisp. Cook in strategic batches to maintain optimal oil temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- As latkes emerge golden and crackling, transfer them to a paper towel-lined surface to absorb excess oil and preserve their delightful crunch.
- Present these savory delicacies immediately, accompanied by cool, tangy sour cream or sweet, comforting applesauce for a delectable dining experience.
Notes
- Squeeze moisture thoroughly from grated potatoes and sweet potatoes to guarantee ultra-crispy latkes that won’t become soggy or fall apart during cooking.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like gluten-free flour, almond meal, or chickpea flour to accommodate different dietary needs and create unique texture variations.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to distribute heat evenly and achieve consistent golden-brown coloring across each latke without burning.
- Consider adding fresh herbs like chopped chives, dill, or parsley to the mixture for an extra layer of flavor and brightness that complements the root vegetables’ natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg