POTATO-APPLE LATKES

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These crisp potato pancakes come from the Brombergs' grandmother, Martha Finkelstein, who insisted that there is no flavor substitute for schmaltz (rendered chicken fat). Schmaltz is available at kosher delicatessens. MAKE AHEAD: The latkes can be fried early in the day and re-crisped on a baking sheet in a 350° oven. NOTES To make schmaltz, use the large clumps of fat from the neck, body cavity, and from under the skin. In a small, heavy saucepan, cook the fat over low heat until completely melted. Cool, then strain the clear fat into a glass jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze. Vanilla Applesauce makes 2 1/2 cups and can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 40 2, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground white pepper
4 baking potatoes, peeled and coarsely shredded (2 1/2 pounds)
1 medium onion, coarsely grated
1 granny smith apple (peeled, cored and coarsely shredded)
canola oil, for frying
schmaltz, for frying (see Note)
1 lb mcintosh apple
1 lb granny smith apple
1 cup water
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the egg with the flour, salt and white pepper. In a colander, toss the shredded potatoes with the onion and apple and squeeze dry. Add to the bowl and stir to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1/2 cup of canola oil with 2 tablespoons of the schmaltz until shimmering. Spoon heaping tablespoons of the latke mixture into the oil about 2 inches apart and flatten slightly with a fork. Fry the latkes over moderately high heat until golden on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Lower the heat to moderate, turn the latkes and fry until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes longer. Drain the latkes on paper towels set on a rack and transfer to a platter. Repeat with the remaining latke mixture, adding more oil and schmaltz to the skillet as needed. Serve hot with Vanilla Applesauce and sour cream.
  • Vanilla Applesauce: Peel, core and quarter the apples. In a medium saucepan, combine the apples, water, vanilla and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool, then remove the vanilla bean and whisk until a chunky sauce forms.

Nichola Graham
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less cheese in the batter.


Abdul Ayaz
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too oniony for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less onion in the batter.


Kristi Qirici
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too garlicky for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less garlic in the batter.


Waheed ali Siyal
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too bitter for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less horseradish in the batter.


Mubiru Siraje
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too sour for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less lemon juice in the batter.


NOki Ton
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less pepper in the batter.


Joshua Muscat
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less salt in the batter.


Lakindu
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less sugar in the batter.


Pablo Eskobar
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These potato apple latkes were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had used less oil when frying them.


Don Ness
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These potato apple latkes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had added some more spices to the batter.


Yusuph Madoo
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I've made potato latkes before, but I'd never tried them with apples. These were delicious! The apples added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making these again.


Amar
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These potato apple latkes were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it! They were crispy and flavorful, and the apples added a nice sweetness. I served them with sour cream and applesauce, and they were a big hit with my fa


Makel Jones
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These potato apple latkes were a delicious and easy way to use up some leftover potatoes and apples. I added a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to the batter, and they turned out perfectly spiced. I served them with sour cream and applesauce, and they were


Amen Ketema
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of potato and apple, but I was pleasantly surprised! These latkes were crispy and flavorful, with a nice balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making these again.


Aria Aria
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These potato apple latkes were easy to make and turned out great! I used a food processor to shred the potatoes and apples, which made the process even faster. I served them with sour cream and applesauce, and they were a big hit with my family.


MD Robi Alom
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I've never had latkes before, but these were delicious! I especially loved the combination of potato and apple. I will definitely be making these again for my family and friends.


Mr Khan
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These potato apple latkes were a hit at my Hanukkah party! They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. The apples added a nice sweetness that balanced out the savory potato flavor. I will definitely be making these again!