Sweet Potato Latkes
Sweet, crisp, and bursting with fall flavors, sweet potato latkes are a delicious twist on a Hanukkah favorite. Serve them with sour cream for a sweet and savory combination or applesauce for a truly sweet Hanukkah treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 24 latkes
Ingredients
- 1 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
- 4 green onions, coarsely chopped, plus more for garnish
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/3 cup matzoh meal
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch of cumin
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. Kosher salt
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- sour cream and apple sauce on the side (if desired)
Instructions
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Make sure potatoes are well drained and most of the liquid has been removed. Place them in a large bowl and add the green onions, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cumin. Mix until everything is well combined.
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In a large, deep non-stick skilled (approx. 12 inches), heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot. Use a large spoon or 1/4 cup measure and spoon latke batter into oil. Flatten into a 3-inch circle with the back of a spoon and reduce heat to medium. Cook until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
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Transfer latkes to a wire rack with paper towels below, so the towels can absorb any excess oil that drips down. Don't lay latkes flat on the paper towels to absorb the oil--that will cause them to become soggy. Serve with sour cream and apple sauce if desired. .