Our Favorite Latkes
Our Favorite Latkes is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 250°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 250°F.
Set racks in upper and lower thirds of oven.
Place wire cooling racks in the rimmed baking sheets and place in the oven.
Using a food processor with a grating insert, grate the potatoes and then the onions, transferring grated vegetables to a large bowl when the bowl of the food processor is filled.
Alternately, use a box grater.
Working in batches, place the potatoes and onions in a clean dishtowel and thoroughly wring out the excess liquid over the sink, then transfer the potato-onion mixture to a large bowl.
The more liquid you remove, the crispier your latkes will be, so take your time and use several dish towels if necessary.
Reserve the potato-onion mixture.
In another large bowl, whisk together the matzo meal, salt, and pepper.
Add the eggs and whisk to combine.
Add the potato-onion mixture and mix well.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt equal parts schmaltz and oil (or oil only if omitting the schmaltz) until a scant 1/4-inch depth of fat is reached.
Drop 2 tablespoons of latke mixture into the hot fat, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Flatten latkes slightly using a spatula and cook, turning once, until crisp, golden brown, and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Transfer latkes to wire racks and season with salt; return to the oven to keep warm; season with salt.
As you remove latkes from the pan, replace them with fresh spoonfuls of potato mixture to maintain oil temperature.
Add additional schmaltz and/or oil around the edge of the pan as needed to maintain a scant 1/4-inch depth of fat.
Keep latkes warm in oven and serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.