Best 2 Matzo Meal Latkes Recipes

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Matzo meal latkes, also known as Passover latkes, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with a combination of matzo meal, eggs, and seasonings, these latkes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They can be served with a variety of toppings, such as applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon, and are a great way to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Passover.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MATZO MEAL LATKES



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Provided by Sharon Lebewohl

Categories     Mixer     Egg     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Fry     Hanukkah     Passover

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup matzo meal
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup grated onion (optional)
3/4 cup corn oil for frying
Applesauce
Sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine matzo meal, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
  • 2. Separate egg whites and yolks. Beat egg yolks, and combine with water. Add the yolk mixture to the matzo meal mixture, and let it stand for 30 minutes.
  • 3. Beat egg whites with an electric mixer until they are stiff, and fold them into the matzo meal mixture. Add grated onion.
  • 4. Heat corn oil until it sizzles in a deep skillet. Lower heat, and, using a cooking spoon, spoon batter into the pan, creating thin pancakes 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Fry for several minutes, turning when the pancake is firm and the bottom side is golden brown. Fry for another few minutes until the other side is done. Drain on paper towel. Serve with applesauce and/or sour cream.

MATZO MEAL LATKES



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Provided by Nick Fox

Categories     breakfast, brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, quick

Time 15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs, at room temperature, separated
1/2 cup whole wheat matzo meal (or 1 1/2 whole wheat matzos pulverized in a food processor
1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Neutral oil for frying

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites until stiff.
  • Mix matzo meal with 1/2 cup cold water. Let it soak for 2 to 3 minutes, then mix in wheat germ, salt, sugar and cinnamon. Mix the egg yolks in well.
  • Put a 1/4 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat. Fold the egg whites into the batter. When the oil is hot, but not smoky, add the batter, a round tablespoon at a time. When well browned, flip and brown the other side, about 2 minutes per side. Drain quickly on paper towels and serve hot, with sugar, honey or plain.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 152, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 121 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your latkes.
  • Grate the potatoes finely. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Do not overwork the batter. Overworking the batter will make the latkes tough.
  • Fry the latkes in hot oil. This will help them get crispy.
  • Drain the latkes on paper towels. This will help remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the latkes hot with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Matzo meal latkes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to use up leftover matzo meal, and they are also a perfect addition to any Hanukkah celebration. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect matzo meal latkes that will be crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

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