Potato Latkes

Dairy Free
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Health score
2%
Potato Latkes
60 min.
22
111kcal

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Potato latkes are a beloved staple in many households, especially during festive occasions like Hanukkah. These crispy, golden-brown delights are not only dairy-free but also incredibly versatile, making them perfect as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a snack. With a delightful crunch on the outside and a tender, flavorful interior, they are sure to impress your family and friends.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and the use of Yukon Gold potatoes, which lend a creamy texture and rich flavor to the latkes. The addition of shredded onion adds a subtle sweetness, while the matzo meal or breadcrumbs provide the perfect binding agent for that ideal crispiness. Whether you choose to fry them in peanut or grapeseed oil, or add a touch of schmaltz for extra richness, these latkes are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ready in just 60 minutes and yielding up to 24 latkes, this recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd. With only 111 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, fire up the frying pan, and get ready to enjoy a delicious taste of tradition that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup breadcrumbs 
  • large onion shredded white
  •  eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups grapeseed oil for frying
  • 0.5 tsp pepper 
  • tbsp potato flour 
  • 1.3 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.3 cup schmaltz 
  • 2.5 lbs yukon gold potatoes 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • mixing bowl
  • wire rack
  • kitchen towels
  • spatula
  • colander
  • cheesecloth
  • grater

Directions

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  3. Potato Latkes
  4. Ingredients2 1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes1 large white or brown onion, shredded3/4 cup matzo meal or bread crumbs2 eggs, beaten1 tbsp potato starch1 1/4 tsp salt, or more to taste1/2 tsp pepper
  5. Peanut or grapeseed oil for frying (about 1 1/2 cups)1/4 cup schmaltz (optional)You will also needhand grater or food processor with shredding disc attachment with choice of large holes or fine holes, clean tea towel or layers of cheesecloth, skillet or electric skillet for frying, colander, large mixing bowl, medium bowl, metal spatula, wire cooling rack
  6. Prep Time: 30 Minutes
  7. Cook Time: 30 Minutes
  8. Total Time: 1 Hour
  9. Servings: 22-24 latkes
  10. Kosher Key: Pareve or Meat with optional schmaltz

Nutrition Facts

Calories111kcal
Protein7.61%
Fat47.42%
Carbs44.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.94
Glycemic Load
6.74
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.9978260384954%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Quercetin
1.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.34kcal
5.57%
Fat:5.93g
9.12%
Saturated Fat:1.12g
6.98%
Carbohydrates:12.65g
4.22%
Net Carbohydrates:11.2g
4.07%
Sugar:0.95g
1.05%
Cholesterol:17.21mg
5.74%
Sodium:168.34mg
7.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.14g
4.28%
Vitamin C:10.67mg
12.94%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.72%
Potassium:243.96mg
6.97%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.49%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.48%
Fiber:1.45g
5.79%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.5%
Phosphorus:46.04mg
4.6%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.06%
Folate:15.46µg
3.87%
Iron:0.67mg
3.75%
Magnesium:14.92mg
3.73%
Copper:0.07mg
3.6%
Selenium:2.36µg
3.37%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.04%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.45%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.79%
Calcium:17.25mg
1.73%
Vitamin K:1.34µg
1.27%