Classic Latkes
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Category
Side Dishes
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Russet potatoes, peeled (about 2 medium)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
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1 tsp The Spice Hunter Coarse Black Pepper
- Canola oil, for frying
Sour Cream
Applesauce
Smoked Salmon
Capers
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The Spice Hunter Deliciously Dill
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The Spice Hunter Dill Weed
Optional Toppings
Directions
Using the medium holes on box grater, grate potatoes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water until ready to use. Using a clean dish towel, squeeze out as much liquid as possible, or let drain in fridge overnight.
In a large bowl, combine potatoes with eggs, flour, and 1 teaspoon each salt and black pepper
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat about 1/8” oil until shimmering. To test if oil is hot enough, sprinkle with some flour. If flour bubbles and dissolves immediately, oil is ready.
Add a few spoonfuls of potato mixture to the oil and pat down to flatten. Fry until crispy and golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then sprinkle with remaining salt.
Optional: top with capers, applesauce, salmon, dill and sour cream.
