Classic Potato Pancakes

Potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are a traditional dish in many European and American cuisines. They are often served during Hanukkah celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Classic Potato Pancakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, European Courses: Appetizer, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 1 small Onion
• 1 unit Egg
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Peel and grate the potatoes. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess moisture.
2. Finely chop the onion.
3. In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, egg, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Spoon the potato mixture into the skillet, forming pancakes. Flatten them with a spatula.
6. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. Serve the potato pancakes hot with sour cream or applesauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.