Description
Crispy homemade potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are a delightful comfort food that can elevate any meal. With their golden-brown exterior and fluffy interior, these savory treats make for an irresistible breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. They are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings such as applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon. Whether you’re preparing them for a special occasion or a casual family dinner, this simple recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large baking potato
- 1 small onion
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and coarsely shred the potato and onion using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out excess moisture using cheesecloth or a colander.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, egg, salt, and pepper until combined. Stir in the shredded potato-onion mixture until coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides (about 1-1/2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Entree
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (90g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg