Mexican Potato Latkes Recipe

Name: Mexican Potato Latkes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped; 1 teaspoon morton lite salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; oil (for frying); Salsa; 2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 1 scallion, chopped; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon morton lite salt; 3 tablespoons vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic; 3 -4 drops hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

4 large potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped
1 teaspoon morton lite salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
oil (for frying)
Salsa
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 scallion, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon morton lite salt
3 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
3 -4 drops hot pepper sauce

1
Grate potatoes on the coarse side of grater into a bowl.
2
Add egg, onion, lemon juice, coriander, salt, and pepper; mix well.
3
Pour oil to about 1/4-inch depth into a large skillet.
4
Heat oil and drop the mixture by tablespoonfuls into hot oil.
5
Fry over medium heat until nicely browned on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
6
Serve with salsa.
7
---To Prepare The Salsa---.
8
Mix all ingredients together in a non-metal bowl.
9
Cover and let stand for at least one hour to allow flavors to blend.

168

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Mexican Potato Latkes falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Potato Latkes

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