Potato Latkes

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Potato Latkes
60 min.
32
54kcal

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Welcome to the world of Potato Latkes, a scrumptious and versatile dish that is sure to delight your taste buds! These crispy, golden beauties are not only a crowd-pleaser but also a fantastic option for those looking to explore vegetarian and dairy-free options. With a delightful balance of flavors and textures, Potato Latkes make for a perfect side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack.

With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these delectable latkes for your next gathering or simply to enjoy at home. Each serving, which can generously feed up to 32 persons, contains only 54 calories per piece, making them an excellent choice for those watching their waistline.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the potatoes and onions, both of which are coarsely grated to create that signature crispy exterior and soft interior we all love. The addition of lemon juice not only adds a refreshing zing but also helps to prevent the potatoes from turning brown. The mixture is then seasoned with a simple blend of flour, eggs, and a touch of salt, ensuring that each latke is packed with flavor.

Cooking these latkes is an experience in itself. The sizzle of the vegetable oil, the golden-brown perfection as they fry, and the aroma that fills your kitchen - it's all part of the charm. And don't worry about keeping them warm, as the recipe allows you to keep your latkes warm in the oven for up to an hour, ensuring they're always crispy and hot.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a curious beginner, Potato Latkes are a fantastic dish to add to your repertoire. So, grab your food processor, a bowl, and let's get started on a journey to create a dish that's as comforting as it is delicious. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • pound onion 
  • pounds baking potatoes (baking) ( 4)
  • cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • kitchen towels
  • spatula
  • box grater

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F with rack in upper third.
  2. Peel potatoes and coarsely grate into a bowl using large teardrop-shaped holes of a box grater or in a food processor fitted with medium shredding disk.
  3. Add lemon juice and toss to coat.
  4. Coarsely grate onion into same bowl.
  5. Transfer to a kitchen towel (not terry cloth), then gather up corners to form a sack and twist tightly to wring out as much liquid as possible.
  6. Wipe bowl clean, then return potatoes and onion to bowl and stir in flour, eggs, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt until just combined.
  7. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Fill a 1/4-cup measure halfway with latke mixture and carefully spoon it into skillet, then flatten to 3 inches in diameter with a slotted spatula.
  8. Form 5 more latkes in skillet and fry until undersides are deep golden, 1 1/2 to 3 minutes. (If latkes brown too quickly, reduce heat to medium.) Turn over and fry until deep golden all over, 1 1/2 to 3 minutes more.
  9. Transfer to paper towels to drain briefly, then transfer to a metal rack set in a baking pan and keep warm in oven. Make more latkes.
  10. Latkes can be kept warm in oven up to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories54kcal
Protein11.3%
Fat30.45%
Carbs58.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.84
Glycemic Load
5.4
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.3852173893348%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.71mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:54.13kcal
2.71%
Fat:1.87g
2.87%
Saturated Fat:0.37g
2.32%
Carbohydrates:8.04g
2.68%
Net Carbohydrates:7.37g
2.68%
Sugar:0.82g
0.91%
Cholesterol:17.44mg
5.81%
Sodium:8.69mg
0.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.56g
3.12%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.2%
Potassium:148.44mg
4.24%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.88%
Vitamin C:3.03mg
3.67%
Selenium:2.29µg
3.27%
Folate:12.63µg
3.16%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.15%
Phosphorus:31.17mg
3.12%
Vitamin K:3.09µg
2.95%
Fiber:0.67g
2.66%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.61%
Iron:0.45mg
2.48%
Magnesium:8.99mg
2.25%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.15%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.84%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.21%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious