Latkes
- 15m Prep Time
- 15m Cook Time
- 30m Ready In
French fries, hash browns, or latkes: few people will complain when you bring fried potatoes to the table.
Ingredients
- 2 potatoes peeled and shredded
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp salt
- Oil
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 5 of 5 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 679 mg
- Iron: 5.48 mg
- Magnesium: 83.8 mg
- Phosphorus: 579 mg
- Potassium: 1392 mg
- Zinc: 2.18 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp salt
- Oil
Prepare
- 2 potatoes, peeled and shredded
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Peel and shred 2 potatoes. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to remove as much liquid as possible. Transfer the squeezed potatoes to a large bowl.
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Step 2.
Add 2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 eggs, and 1 tablespoon salt to the bowl with the potatoes. Stir until all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Step 3.
Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, form the potato mixture into pancakes about 3 to 4 inches wide and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat if browning too quickly.
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Step 4.
Transfer cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.