Quick Golden Crispy Latkes
Golden, crispy, and irresistibly savory, these Quick Golden Crispy Latkes are everything you crave in a classic potato pancake but made simple and fast enough for busy weeknights. Crafted with freshly grated russet potatoes and onion, these latkes achieve the perfect balance of fluffy interiors and crunchy exteriors with just a handful of pantry staples like eggs, flour, and seasoning. A quick pan-fry in shimmering vegetable oil ensures their signature golden-brown color and satisfying texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy latke recipe is ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or holiday favorite. Served with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh chives, these latkes are destined to be crowd-pleasers at any table. Perfect for a last-minute Hanukkah celebration or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a crispy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater. Transfer the grated potatoes to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.
Grate the onion and combine it with the grated potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, then add them to the potato-onion mixture. Sprinkle in the flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. To test the oil, drop a small bit of the mixture into the pan; it should sizzle immediately.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture for each latke, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon in the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the latkes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture, adding more oil to the pan if needed.
Serve the latkes hot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.0 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.6 g | 203% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 2640 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.9 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 4226 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
