Potato Latkes with Apple-Apricot Compote

By Dglmedia

From Country Living

Topped with fresh warm Apple-Apricot Compote, latkes become the centerpiece of a comforting and casual autumn meal. To ensure the crispiest of latkes, be sure to thoroughly wring as much moisture as you possibly can from the grated potatoes.


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Ingredients

• 3 firm, sweet apples (such as Gala or Fuji), peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup(s) light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon(s) grated, fresh ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) dried mustard
• 1/3 cup(s) dried apricots, sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 1/4 cup(s) golden raisins
• 3 (about 2 pounds) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and grated
• 1 medium onion, grated
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoon(s) matzo meal
• 1 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) fresh-ground pepper
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Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

•Make the Apple-Apricot Compote: Combine the apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, ginger, and mustard in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the apricots, raisins, and 1/4 cup water, cover, and cook for 10 more minutes. Lightly mash the compote with the back of a wooden spoon, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
•Make the Latkes: Place small batches of grated potatoes in the center of a dish towel, gather up the sides of the towel, and wring excess liquid from the potatoes. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl and repeat with the remaining potatoes. Add the remaining ingredients to the potatoes, mix well, and set aside. Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the potato mixture by the 1/4 cupful to the hot oil, lightly flatten pancakes with a spatula, and cook latkes until golden -- about 5 minutes. Turn over and cook until heated through and golden brown -- about 5 more minutes. Serve warm.


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