Classic Potato Latkes with Chunky Applesauce Recipe

Name: Classic Potato Latkes with Chunky Applesauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbs. vegetable oil; 5 large sweet-tart apples, such as Jonagold, Braeburn, or Fuji, peeled and diced (2 lb.); 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; ⅛ tsp. ground cloves; 2 Tbs. sugar; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 4 large russet potatoes, peeled (1 1/4 lb.); 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered; 3 Tbs. chopped parsley; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ground white pepper; 1/4 cup vegetable oil or olive oil, plus more, if necessary; 1 cup sour cream or yogurt, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 Tbs. vegetable oil
5 large sweet-tart apples, such as Jonagold, Braeburn, or Fuji, peeled and diced (2 lb.)
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp. ground cloves
2 Tbs. sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice
4 large russet potatoes, peeled (1 1/4 lb.)
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
3 Tbs. chopped parsley
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 Tbs. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground white pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil or olive oil, plus more, if necessary
1 cup sour cream or yogurt, for garnish (optional)

1
To make Chunky Applesauce: Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add apples, and saute 2 minutes.
3
Add cinnamon and cloves, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.
4
Cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until apples are tender, adding 1 to 2 Tbs.
5
water, if necessary.
6
Uncover, and cook 10 minutes more, or until applesauce has thickened.
7
Stir in sugar, and cook 2 minutes, or until sugar has dissolved.
8
Stir in lemon juice, and cool.
9
To make Latkes: Grate potatoes and onion with coarse grating disk of food processor or large holes of box grater, alternating onion and potato.
10
(The acid in the onion helps prevent potato from discoloring.)
11
Transfer to colander, and squeeze mixture by handfuls to remove as much liquid as possible.
12
Transfer mixture to large bowl, and stir in parsley, egg, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
13
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
14
Spoon 2 Tbs.
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potato mixture into pan for each Latke.
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Flatten with back of spoon so each is about 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter.
17
Fry 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through, golden brown, and crisp, turning carefully with 2 spatulas so oil doesnt splatter.
18
Stir potato mixture between Latke batches.
19
Serve hot Latkes with applesauce and sour cream, if using.

1060

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbs. vegetable oil, 5 large sweet-tart apples, such as Jonagold, Braeburn, or Fuji, peeled and diced (2 lb.), 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, ⅛ tsp. ground cloves, and more.

Yes, Classic Potato Latkes with Chunky Applesauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Potato Latkes with Chunky Applesauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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