Delicious Latkes Recipe | Basics with Babish
Are you craving crispy and fluffy latkes? Look no further! In this episode of Basics with Babish, you'll learn how to make the ultimate latkes from scratch. This easy recipe will guide you through the process of peeling and grating Idaho grown russet style potatoes, mixing them with a small onion, and wringing out excess water. Discover the secret to extra crispiness by combining reserved potato starch with eggs and panko breadcrumbs. Form the mixture into patties and fry them until golden and crisp. Finally, get creative with your toppings, whether it's smoked salmon and cream cheese, pastrami with whole-grain mustard, or even spicy red pepper jelly. These latkes are a blank canvas for your culinary masterpiece! Don't forget to visit Bright Cellars, our wine club sponsor, for a perfect wine pairing with your delicious latkes.
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 small onion
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 3-4 eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt, to taste
- Toppings of your choice (e.g., smoked salmon, cream cheese, pastrami, mustard, pickles, red pepper jelly, yogurt, pomegranate seeds, habanero, honey)
Cooking steps:
- Peel the potatoes and onion, then grate them on the large holes of a box grater.
- Rinse the grated potatoes and onion mixture under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Squeeze the grated potatoes and onion tightly in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess water.
- In a bowl, combine the eggs with the reserved potato starch. Mix well.
- Add the grated potatoes and onion mixture to the egg mixture, followed by panko breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties and flatten them to create crispy edges.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Fry the latkes on each side for about 4-5 minutes or until deeply golden brown and crisp.
- Drain the fried latkes on a wire rack and sprinkle with salt immediately.
- Top the latkes with your favorite toppings, such as smoked salmon, cream cheese, pastrami, mustard, pickles, red pepper jelly, yogurt, pomegranate seeds, habanero, or honey.
- Enjoy your crispy and delicious latkes!
