Description
Potato pancakes, or latkes, are a deliciously crispy delight that brings comfort to any meal. These golden-brown treats feature a crunchy exterior and a soft, flavorful center, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish at dinner gatherings. Serve them warm with sour cream or applesauce for a nostalgic touch that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes (about 500g)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (60ml) for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes into a large bowl.
- Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- Finely chop the onion and mix it with the drained potatoes in a separate bowl.
- Add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper; stir until well combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Scoop portions of the mixture into the hot oil, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sour cream or applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg