📝 Ingredients
For the Latkes:
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Creamy Dipping Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chopped chives or dill
- Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes:
- Grate potatoes and onion.
- Place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture (this is key for crispiness).
2. Make the Latke Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
3. Fry the Latkes:
- Heat ¼ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop 2–3 tbsp of potato mixture per latke and flatten with a spatula.
- Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
4. Make the Dipping Sauce:
- Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
🍽️ Serve
- Serve latkes hot with creamy dipping sauce on the side.
- Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a cozy snack!
