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Potato latkes topped with greek yogurt and green onion

Traditional Potato Latke Recipe {crispy & delicious!}

Celebrate tradition with crispy potato latkes! Learn their cultural significance, tips, and how to make them perfectly golden every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Jewish
Servings 6
Calories 296 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs yukon gold potatoes peeled & shredded
  • 1 onion small
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor or using a hand grater, shred potatoes and onions.
  • Squeeze out liquid from potatoes and onions. 
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded potatoes and onions with eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. 
  • Heat skillet on medium heat with avocado oil.
  • Once oil is heated, drop 2 tablespoons of potato mixture into heated oil. Press down with a spatula to flatten. 
  • Fry each side for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Set cooked latkes on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat the process until mixture is completed. 
  • Top latkes with Greek yogurt and green onions. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 458mgPotassium: 556mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 102IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 1mg
Keyword applesauce, chive, green onion, Hanukkah, latke, potato, sour cream
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