Potato Pancake

prep time:: 5mins
cook time:: 10 minutes
total time:: 15 minutes

Makes 6 servings

Emma Williams

A classic Hanukkah dish, these warm, crisp potato cakes (latkes) also make a comforting winter snack.

ingredients

1 lb russet potatoes, peeled and grated
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and grated
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. flour
1 Tsp. salt
1/8 Tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

directions

1
Combine all ingredients expect oil in a bowl.
2
Heat 3/4 Tbsp. oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Drop 3 Tbsp. batter (1 per pancake) into the pan. Flatten each pancake with a nonstick spatula. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until golden brown, 5 minutes each side. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
3
Repeat, using all the batter and remaining oil as needed.
4
Serve warm.
5
Accompaniments: Traditionally served with sour cream, potato pancakes also partner well with zesty tomato and mango chutneys.

notes

Customise potato pancakes with your favorite flavours, such as fresh thyme, sage, sweet paprika, or ground cumin. Or substitute 1 cup grated potato with 1 cup of vegetable, parsnip, sweet potato

Source: Emma