Potato latkes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are typically made with grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour, and are fried until golden brown. Applesauce is a classic accompaniment to potato latkes, and it adds a sweet and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the savory potato pancakes. Whether you are looking for a traditional recipe or a more modern twist, there are many ways to make potato latkes applesauce. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for this classic dish, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.
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PINK APPLESAUCE FOR POTATO LATKES
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Holiday Planning & Ideas Passover Passover Recipes
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine apples and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft and beginning to burst, 15 to 30 minutes, depending on variety of apples. Pass through a food mill fitted with the medium disk. Use immediately, or store, refrigerated, in a covered container for up to 1 week.
POTATO LATKES (WITH OPTIONAL CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE)
A family favoite, these will make a great side to serve for the "2013 Thanksgiv-ukkah". They are pretty quick and easy to make (with the use of a food processor). I know that mashed potatoes are a staple for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, but these Latkes would make a great alternative for those who are tired of the same dish every year. I hope you enjoy them. (The optional Recipe #509843 is posted separately). FYI: We like these Latkes as a breakfast item... really!
Provided by rosie316
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 10-15 Latkes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a colander with cheesecloth and place over a large bowl. In another large mixing bowl, combine half of the diced onions (1 1/4 c), egg, flour, salt and baking powder. Mix with a rubber spatula to combine.
- Peel potatoes and cut into 1" cubes, working quickly so the potatoes do not brown. Using the grater attachment on your food processor, grate the potato with the remaining 1 1/4 c of diced onions. Pour the potato/onion mixture into the cheesecloth lined colander over a bowl, wrap cloth around mixture and wring out as much liquid as possible. Discard the liquid, but save the potato starch that is clinging to the bottom of the bowl and to the cheesecloth.
- Add potato/onion mixture, along with the potato starch to the egg/flour/onion in other bowl.Stir the batter until it is combined and sticky.
- Preheat oven to 425*F. Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet and set it beside your stove top.
- Heat 1/2 c vegetable oil in a heavy bottomed skillet over medium high heat. Oil should be hot, but not smoking (about 375*F, but I don't use a thermometer). For each Latke, use approx 1/4 c of batter and flatten in your hand (or on a slotted spoon) into approx 2" disk, squeezing out any additional liquid. Using a slotted spoon, gently place Latkes into the hot oil. (Use one sacrificial Latke to make sure the oil temp is correct. If it's too low, they will be greasy and soggy, too high they will burn). Only cook about 4 Latkes at a time so you do not drop the oil temperature. Cook Latkes approx 4 minutes on each side. Place fried Latkes onto the wire rack.
- Between batches, using a slotted spoon, remove any bits that may be forming in the bottom of the pan and discard. Add more oil if needed between batches, but be sure to let it rise to the correct temperature before starting another batch.
- When completely done frying all the Latkes, place the baking sheet into the oven for approx 8 minutes to finish baking them until crisp and golden brown.
- Garnish with Recipe #509843 and/or sour cream.
- Enjoy!
POTATO LATKES & APPLESAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250°F. Peel potatoes and coarsely grate by hand, transferring to a large bowl of cold water as grated. Soak potatoes 1 to 2 minutes after last batch is added to water, then drain well in a colander. Spread grated potatoes and onion on a kitchen towel and roll up jelly-roll style. Twist towel tightly to wring out as much liquid as possible. Transfer potato mixture to a bowl and stir in egg, flour, and salt. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches of 4 latkes, spoon 2 tablespoons potato mixture per latke into skillet, spreading into 3-inch rounds with a fork. Reduce heat to moderate and cook until undersides are browned, about 5 minutes. Turn latkes over and cook until undersides are browned, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt. Add more oil to skillet as needed. Keep latkes warm on a wire rack set in a shallow baking pan in oven. Cooks' notes: Latkes may be made up to 8 hours ahead. Reheat on a rack set over a baking sheet in a 350°F oven, about 5 minutes. Grating the potatoes, soaking them briefly in water, and then squeezing out the liquid (as we've done here) keeps the batter from turning brown too quickly. Applesauce: Slice 10 apples and mix with cinnamon and water in a large crockpot. Heat on low for 8-10 hours (3-4 hours on high) till mushy
Tips:
- Use a combination of russet and Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
- Grate the potatoes using the large holes of a box grater. This will create a more even texture than using a food processor.
- Squeeze out as much of the liquid from the potatoes as possible before mixing them with the other ingredients. This will help the latkes to be crispy.
- Be careful not to overcook the latkes. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, but still tender on the inside.
- Serve the latkes immediately with applesauce, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Potato latkes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can create perfect potato latkes every time.
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