Crispy 4-Ingredient Potato Latkes
Crispy and golden potato latkes are a classic dish perfect for any meal. Made with simple ingredients, they are easy to prepare and delicious to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 latkes 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Jewish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Grate the potatoes and onion, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening them with a spatula.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Squeezing out the moisture ensures crispier latkes.
- Serve with sour cream or applesauce for added flavor.
- Latkes can be kept warm in a low oven while frying the rest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latke
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg