Classic Potato Latkes

Author: The Balaboosta Chef

Classic Potato Latkes

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 40 Min

Ingredients

Dressing
  • 2 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled.
  • 1 large yellow onion, peeled
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to sprinkle on top)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Working in roughly 2-cup batches, wrap potato and onion in cheesecloth that has been folded over twice. Squeeze and twist the bundle until liquid flows out and potatoes are dry. Add squeezed potatoes/onions to a large mixing bowl and toss to combine thoroughly. Repeat.
  2. Toss potatoes and onions with the flour, baking powder, salt & pepper until fully coated. Mix in the eggs until well combined.
  3. Heat ½ inch oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until a shred of potato immediately bubbles when dropped in. Form 2 tablespoons of batter into patties about 3 inches wide and slide into pan. Fry until golden-brown, then flip until golden brown on the other side and cooked through, approximately 3 minutes per side. If a darker crust is desired, continue cooking on each side to desired doneness.
  4. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels and let cool for 2 minutes. Serve!

Equipment

food processorlarge saute panlarge bowl

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