Potato Latka Recipe

Potato Latka is a traditional Jewish dish made with grated potatoes, onions, and eggs. These crispy pancakes are a popular Hanukkah treat and can be served as a side dish or a main course. The combination of golden brown potatoes and caramelized onions creates a deliciously savory flavor.

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Ingredients for Potato Latka Recipe

  • 1.33 Large Potatoes, Peeled And Grated
  • 0.33 Onion, Grated
  • 0.67 Eggs, Beaten
  • 0.08 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 0.33 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.17 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • as needed Oil For Frying
Do You Know?
Eggs are packed with a ton of nutrients that provide important health benefits. They contain protein, healthy fats, and many nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, choline, iron and folate. Most of the nutrients in eggs are found in the yolk.

Directions: Potato Latka Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Grate the potatoes and onions, then squeeze out any excess moisture.
  • STEP 2.In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes, onions, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
  • STEP 3.Heat oil in a frying pan and drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil.
  • STEP 4.Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  • STEP 5.Serve hot with sour cream or applesauce.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated potatoes and onions to achieve a crispy texture.
  • You can add grated carrots or zucchini to the mixture for added flavor and texture.
  • To keep the latkas warm while cooking in batches, place them on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 200掳C.

Storage and Serving

  • Potato latkas are best served fresh and hot.
  • If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat them in a preheated oven or toaster oven to regain their crispiness.
Nutrition
value
247
calories per serving
4 g Fat10 g Protein41 g Carbs9 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    4g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Carbs
    41g
  • Fiber
    9g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    41g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Fiber
    9g

Fats

  • Fat
    4g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    68mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    1053mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    4mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    92mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    93mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    108mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    194mg
  • Selenium
    17mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp