Classic Potato Latkes Recipe

Name: Classic Potato Latkes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups shredded peeled baking potato (about 1 1/2 pounds); 1 1/4 cups grated onion; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup olive oil, divided; 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; Dash of ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups shredded peeled baking potato (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 1/4 cups grated onion
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
Dash of ground cinnamon

1
Combine potato and onion in a colander. Drain 30 minutes, pressing with the back of a spoon until barely moist. Combine potato mixture, flour, and next 4 ingredients (through egg) in a large bowl; toss well.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to pan, and swirl to coat. Spoon 1/4 cup potato mixture loosely into a dry measuring cup. Pour mixture into pan, and flatten slightly. Repeat procedure 5 times to form 6 latkes. Saute 3 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove latkes from pan, and keep warm. Repeat procedure with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and potato mixture to yield 12 latkes total. Combine applesauce and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Serve applesauce with latkes.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups shredded peeled baking potato (about 1 1/2 pounds), 1 1/4 cups grated onion, 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Classic Potato Latkes falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Potato Latkes

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