Classic Potato Latkes
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Hanukkah is a celebration centered on lighting the menorah, being with family, and sharing good food. Closely associated with the holiday is the potato pancake--latke in Yiddish. No need to celebrate Hanukkah, however, to enjoy these crisp, tasty pancakes.


Classic Potato Latkes

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Servings: Makes about 10 latkes. (
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Related Categories: Potatoes, Potato Pancakes and Latkes
 
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Ingredients
  • 4  medium
    potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)
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  • 3  tablespoons
    rendered chicken fat (schmaltz)
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  • 2 
    slightly beaten eggs
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  • 2  cloves
    garlic, finely minced
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    salt
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  • 2  tablespoons
    cooking oil
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    Sour cream (optional)
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    Applesauce (optional)
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Directions
1.
Peel and finely shred potatoes. In a mixing bowl combine potatoes with chicken fat, eggs, garlic, and salt. Using 1/3 cup mixture for each latke, press mixture into patties about the size of the palm of your hand, squeezing out excess liquid.
2.
In a large skillet heat chicken fat over medium-high heat. Carefully slide patties into hot fat.
3.
Cook over medium-high heat about 2 minutes or until latkes are golden brown, turning once.
4.
Repeat with remaining batter. Add additional fat during cooking, as needed. If necessary, reduce heat to medium to prevent overbrowning. Drain on paper towels and keep warm. Serve with sour cream or other toppings, if desired. Makes about 10 latkes. (Nutrition facts are per latke with 1 teaspoon sour cream.)
Nutrition information
Calories 131, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 167 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 2%, Vitamin C 88%, Calcium 0%, Iron 2%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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