Potato Latkes

By á-8590

Ingredients

• 1 large baking potato (about 10 oz) peeled and quartered lengthwise
• 1/2 onion, peeled and quartered
• 1/4 flour
• 1 egg
• Coarse salt and pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• EVOO or peanut oil, for frying

Preparation

Step 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.
In a medium skillet, heat 1/4 inch oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in 5 to 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 too quickly.) Drain on paper towels.