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For the raw apple beet slaw: Shred the apple and beets in a food processor fitted with the grater attachment and transfer to a medium bowl.
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Toss with the oil, dill, vinegar, salt and pepper.
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Refrigerate and let the flavors meld while you make the rest of the components.
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For the horseradish-pickle mustard: Combine the mustard, horseradish and pickle in a small bowl.
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For the latke bun: Peel the potatoes and onion and shred them in a food processor fitted with the grater attachment; transfer to a dish towel-lined strainer fitted over a large bowl.
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Let sit for 5 minutes, and then squeeze the veggies using the towel to get out the excess moisture.
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Transfer to a large bowl.
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Add the matzo meal, egg and a pinch each of salt and pepper and use your hands to mix them together.
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Fill a large cast-iron skillet with 1/2 inch oil.
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Heat over medium-high heat until the oil is very hot but not smoking.
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Working in batches, scoop the potato mixture by 1/3-cupfuls and form a bun shape.
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Carefully add the latkes to the skillet, flattening each slightly with a spatula.
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Fry, turning the latkes once, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
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Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
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Remove any loose bits of potato mixture from the oil in the pan between batches with a slotted spoon.
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You should have 12 bun halves.
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For the corned beef burger: Pulse the corned beef in a food processor fitted with the blade attachment until a coarse burger-like consistency.
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Add the egg and matzo meal and pulse just to combine.
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Form into 6 burger patties (about 1/4 cup each).
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Add enough oil to a large cast-iron skillet to coat the pan and heat over over medium heat.
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Working in batches, cook the burgers until the outsides are brown and crispy, about 4 minutes per side.
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The insides will still feel on the rare side, and that's ok...and delicious.
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To build Schmear 6 latke buns with applesauce.
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Top each with a corned-beef burger, then a pile of slaw.
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Schmear some horseradish-pickle mustard on the remaining 6 latkes, and place on top of the slaw.
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Cut your burger in half if you can't manage...it's a mouthful!
