Traditional Potato Latkes

Potatoes Recipes

Yield: 12 to 14 pancakes

Though hundreds of variations exist, many believe that there is nothing more satisfying than humble, plain potato pancakes, unadorned save for sour cream or applesauce.

• 1-1/4 pounds (5 cups) peeled white potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup minced white onion
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup matzo meal
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying

Heat 1/2 inch of oil over medium heat in a heavy skillet to approximately 350 degrees F. Place cubed potatoes in a food processor with the chopping blade. Pulse 15 to 20 times, until the cubes are very small, about 1/8 inch. Add onion, flour, matzo meal, baking powder, eggs, salt, and pepper. Pulse 10 to 15 times, until all ingredients are well incorporated. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes. Scoop 1/4 cup of the potato mixture per pancake into hot oil (do not fry more than 5 latkes at a time). Fry about 4 to 5 minutes per side, until latkes are golden brown on both sides. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Serve with sour cream and/or applesauce.

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