Here’s a classic Potato Pancakes (Latkes) recipe—crispy on the outside, tender inside, and absolutely delicious! 🥔🥞✨
Potato Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- ½ onion, grated
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or matzo meal)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions:
- Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Mix the batter: In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and baking powder. Stir well.
- Heat oil: In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of oil over medium-high heat.
- Form pancakes: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture, flatten into a patty, and carefully place in the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel.
- Serve warm with sour cream, applesauce, or chives!
Tips & Variations:
🧀 Cheesy Potato Pancakes – Add ½ cup shredded cheddar or parmesan.
🥕 Veggie Twist – Mix in shredded carrots or zucchini.
🔥 Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of cayenne or paprika.
🥑 Keto-Friendly – Use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
Would you like a vegan version too? 😊
