Chive Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon & Golden C

Name: Chive Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon & Golden Caviar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds potatoes russet, peeled, cubed; 1 each onions cut into chunks; 2 tablespoons matzo meal or all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs separated; 4 tablespoons chives fresh, chopped; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; ⅔ cups vegetable oil corn, for frying; 6 ounces smoked salmon thinly sliced; 3 ounces caviar; 1 x chives fresh, chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 pounds potatoes russet, peeled, cubed
1 each onions cut into chunks
2 tablespoons matzo meal or all-purpose flour
2 large eggs separated
4 tablespoons chives fresh, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
⅔ cups vegetable oil corn, for frying
6 ounces smoked salmon thinly sliced
3 ounces caviar
1 x chives fresh, chopped, for garnish

1
Preheat oven to 325F (160C).
2
Place 2 large cookie sheets in oven to heat.
3
Shred potatoes and onion in a food processor.
4
Transfer contents of work bowl to a large bowl.
5
Insert steel blade in processor.
6
Return potato-onion mixture to work bowl and process until finely chopped.
7
Set large strainer over medium bowl.
8
Place potato and onion mixture in strainer and press firmly to extract liquids; reserve liquids.
9
Return potato mixture to large bowl.
10
Mix in matzo meal, egg yolks, 2 tablespoons chives, salt and pepper.
11
Pour clear portion off reserved potato liquids, leaving thick paste at bottom of bowl.
12
Add paste to potato batter.
13
Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry; fold into batter.
14
Heat 13 cup oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets over medium-high heat.
15
Drop 1 heaping tablespoon potato batter per pancake into hot oil; spread each to 3 inch diameter.
16
Cook pancakes until bottoms are brown, about 4 minutes.
17
Turn and cook until second sides are brown, about 3 minutes.
18
Transfer pancakes to cookie sheets in oven.
19
Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil to skillet as necessary.
20
Overlap pancakes on plates.
21
Garnish with smoked salmon and caviar.
22
Sprinkle with chives and serve.

726

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds potatoes russet, peeled, cubed, 1 each onions cut into chunks, 2 tablespoons matzo meal or all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs separated, and more.

Yes, Chive Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon & Golden Caviar falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chive Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon & Golden Caviar

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