Simple Potato Latkes
Ingredients
- 4 medium sized russet potatoes, peeled
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 2 tbsp flour or breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, whisked
- salt & pepper
- canola, vegetable, coconut oil, or butter
Instructions
- Cut potatoes and onion in half and grate. Transfer to a cheese cloth or kitchen towel and twist tightly over the sink to wring out as much liquid as possible. Transfer mixture to a bowl and toss lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper and bread crumbs.
- Heat a large pan over medium high heat. Once hot add oil or butter to pan.
- Spoon approx 2 tbsp of the potato mixture into pan. Do this two more times so you have three in the pan at one time. Do not overcrowd the pan. Press lightly. Cook approximately two minutes per side or until brown and crispy on the outside.
- Transfer to a plate or platter lined with paper towels. Season with salt. Serve immediately.
Notes
Toppings: sour cream, apple sauce, creme fraiche, caramelized onions with bacon, any kind of slaw, cranberry compote.