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Crispy Potato Latkes

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
15 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Jewish
Crispy Potato Latkes
Ingredients
  • 3 cups shredded potato
  • 1/4 cup grated onion
  • 6 saltine crackers, or as needed, crushed
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil, or as needed
Instructions
1
Mash the potato and onion into a cohesive mixture, incorporating crushed crackers to enhance texture.
2
Combine this blended mixture with eggs, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, stirring until well combined.
3
Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, allowing the oil to reach its optimal temperature.
4
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, pressing against the side of the bowl to release any excess moisture before adding.
5
Use the back of a spoon to gently flatten each latke into an even thickness, ensuring uniform cooking.
6
Cook the latkes in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time - typically 3 to 5 minutes per side.
7
Transfer the cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate, allowing them to drain excess oil and crisp up further.