Sure, here’s a recipe for a delicious and easy potato dish that’s better than pizza! This dish is a crispy potato pancake or latke, perfect as a snack or side dish. Let’s get started:
Crispy Potato Pancakes (Latkes)
Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold are great)
- 1 small onion
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or matzo meal for a traditional touch)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional: sour cream or applesauce for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes and Onion:
- Peel the potatoes and onion.
- Using a box grater, grate the potatoes and onion. You can also use a food processor with a grating attachment for faster preparation.
- Remove Excess Moisture:
- Place the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This step is crucial for achieving crispy pancakes.
- Mix the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with the egg, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Heat the Oil:
- Pour about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Fry the Pancakes:
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture for each pancake and flatten it into a round, thin patty with your hands.
- Carefully place the patties into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
- Drain and Serve:
- Once the pancakes are cooked, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy potato pancakes hot, with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce if desired.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives to the potato mixture.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the potato mixture to avoid soggy pancakes.
- Keep the cooked pancakes warm in an oven set to low heat if frying in batches.
Enjoy your crispy, golden potato pancakes! They’re a delightful treat that might just be better than pizza.
