Recipe: Un-Fried Potato Latkes
Description: Not very traditional, but good for those who want to celebrate Chanukah and still keep to their diets (the words Chanukah and diet usually cancel each other out).
Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, European, Kosher, Winter, Hanukkah, < 30 Mins, Oven
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 256.2
- Fat Content: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 46.5mg
- Sodium Content: 626.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 46.1g
- Fiber Content: 5.4g
- Sugar Content: 3g
- Protein Content: 7.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Russet potatoes |
| 1 | Red onion |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1 | Teaspoon black pepper |
| 1 | Teaspoon flour |
| 1 | Teaspoon canola oil |
| 1/4 | Cup chopped chives |
| 3 | Teaspoons canola oil |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Baking Sheets:
- Brush 2 baking sheets with 1 teaspoon of canola oil each.
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Grate Potatoes and Onion:
- Loosely grate the russet potatoes and red onion in a food processor.
- Place the grated potatoes and onion in a large mixing bowl.
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Season and Mix:
- Season the grated potatoes and onion with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add 1 teaspoon of flour to the mixture.
- Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Incorporate Eggs and Oil:
- Crack the egg into the mixing bowl with the potato mixture.
- Add 1 teaspoon of canola oil.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
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Form Latkes:
- Spoon out the potato batter onto the prepared baking sheets, forming individual latkes.
- Flatten each latke slightly with the back of the spoon.
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Bake:
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven, with racks positioned in the lower and middle positions.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until the bottoms of the latkes are browned.
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Flip and Continue Baking:
- Carefully turn the latkes over using a spatula.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the other side is browned to your liking.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the baked latkes from the oven.
- Liberally garnish them with chopped chives.
- Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or non-fat yogurt on the side.
- Soy versions of these milk-based products will work as well.
These Un-Fried Potato Latkes are a delightful twist on the traditional Hanukkah dish, offering all the flavor without the guilt of deep frying. They are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with savory goodness. Enjoy them as a satisfying lunch or snack during the winter season, and impress your family and friends with this healthier alternative. Whether you’re observing dietary restrictions or simply looking for a lighter option, these oven-baked latkes are sure to please your taste buds and leave you craving more!
