Carolyn's Dish / Holidays and Passover / Sides & Salads
My Grandmother's Latkes Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 medium Yukon potatoes (peeled and cut into a few large pieces)
- 1 small onion (peeled)
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup Mazola corn oil
- See description above
Instructions
- 1
Line a colander with paper towel.
- 2
Peel and cut potatoes and place them in cold water
- 3
Using a whisk, in a large bowl, mix all ingredients except the potato, onion and oil – until frothy. Set aside
- 4
Using the fine grater on your food processor, alternate grating potatoes and onions, a bit of each at a time until the food processor bowl is quite full.
- 5
Switch to steel blade and make a few course chops to break up the potatoes/onions even more.
- 6
Transfer the onion/potatoes to the colander and, over the sink using the paper towel, squeeze the liquid out.
- 7
Transfer the drained onion/potatoes to the large bowl and mix well with egg/flour mixture.
- 8
Heat half the oil and add latke mixture by tablespoons, frying until well browned on both sides. Do not ccrowd the pan, no more than 6 at once. REpeat with the remaining latke mixture adding additional oil as needed.
Notes
Can be frozen. To Reheat: Oven 375˚F Line a cookie sheet with foil and, ideally, place cooling racks on top of the lined sheet and lay latkes on the racks. This will help them get crispy again on both sides. If you don’t have cooling racks, place directly on tin foil and flip over once during the re-heating process. It will take about 15-20 minutes if they are frozen, longer.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Most sides keep well for 3-4 days. Dress salads just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Make Ahead Tip
- Many sides can be prepped in advance. Chop vegetables and make dressings ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
- Serving Tip
- This pairs well with a variety of main dishes. Try it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty soup for a complete meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make My Grandmother's Latkes?
This My Grandmother's Latkes recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 8 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
What goes well with this my grandmother's latkes?
This recipe pairs well with a variety of dishes. Try it as part of a complete meal with complementary sides, salads, or proteins.