Super Simple Latkes Potato Pancakes
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these *Super Simple Latkes Potato Pancakes* are a celebration of comfort food at its finest! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like russet potatoes, onion, eggs, and flour, this recipe is quick to prep and delivers golden-brown perfection in under 30 minutes. The key to achieving irresistibly crisp latkes is squeezing out all the excess moisture from the potatoes and onions—a simple step that makes all the difference. Pan-fried to a satisfying crunch, these versatile potato pancakes can be served with classic accompaniments like applesauce and sour cream or dressed up with fresh herbs for an elegant twist. Perfect for Hanukkah or any time you crave classic, homemade comfort, these latkes will surely become your go-to recipe for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 small Yellow onion
- 2 large Eggs
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor.
Grate the onion using the same method and transfer both the potatoes and onion to a clean kitchen towel.
Wrap the towel around the vegetables, twist tightly, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This is a key step to ensure crispy latkes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried potatoes and onion with the eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into your hands and form it into a small, flat pancake shape.
Carefully place the pancake in the skillet and press it lightly with a spatula. Repeat with more latkes, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook each latke for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked latkes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the latkes hot with your choice of toppings, such as applesauce, sour cream, or fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.8 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 39 mg | 1% | |
*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.
