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Potato Latkes

This recipe is for a simple, classic potato pancake.  Try sprucing it up with herbs or other ingredients for a satisfying appetizer.

Potato Latkes

Ingredients

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Prepare the Potatoes

  • Idaho potatoes, medium, peeled 5.0 each
  • Eggs, beaten 2.0 each
  • Seasoned salt, as needed

Prepare the Potato Latkes

  • Canola oil for pan frying, as needed

Preparation

  1. Prepare the Potatoes

    • Grate potatoes on a box grater (large holes), squeeze out extra water.
    • Season eggs with salt and mix with potatoes.

  2. Prepare the Potato Latkes

    • Heat 1 inch of oil in a large nonstick pan to 375F.
    • Spoon the potatoes into the oil and flatten lightly – make sure latkes are in one layer. Fry on one side until golden brown and flip. Fry on the other side and remove onto a sheet pan lined with paper towels.
    • Serve with sour cream and/or apple sauce.