Potato Latkes

By Maverick19

This recipe makes 1 1/2 dozen latkes.

Ingredients

• 1 large baking potato (about 10 oz), peeled and quartered lengthwise
• 1/2 onion, peeled and quartered
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• coarse salt and pepper
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• EVOO or Peanut Oil, for frying

Preparation

Step 1

1. Using a food processor fitted with a coarse grating disk, grate the potato and onion, discard any large pieces. Transfer the mixture to a clean dish towel and squeeze out any excess liquid, then transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the flour, egg, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper and the baking powder.
2. In a medium skillet, heat 1/4 inch oil over med-hi heat until hot but not smoking. Working in 5-6 batches, drop 2 Tbsp scoops of batter into the pan about 2 inches apart. Using a spatula, flatten the batter into disks. Cook, turning once, until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes. (Lower the heat if the latkes darken to quickly) Drain on paper towels.