Latkes Recipe – Classic Hanukkah Recipe

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By Anjana Ns

Monday, December 6, 2010, 15:51

Tired of the same old boring cookies and cakes for Christmas? Try our special pick of the day, the tasty "Latkes". Latkes a traditional potato pancake recipe relished during Hanukkah Festival celebrated by Jews. It is said that the oil used for cooking potato pancakes, according to the Hanukkah story, is sacred. The famous recipe during Hanukkah, is said to be available in all stores and restaurants in Israel. Take a look at how to prepare the tasty, mouthwatering “Latkes" recipe.

Latkes Recipe – Hanukkah Recipe

Ingredients:

1.3 Potatoes (mashed and peeled)

2.1 tsp onion paste

3.3 eggs (beaten)

4.2 tsp flour (all purpose)

5.Salt to taste

6.Peanut oil (frying)

Method:

1.Wring out as much as moisture possible from potatoes using a clean cloth.

2.In a bowl, blend potatoes, onions, egg beat , all purpose flour and salt well.

3.Add peanut oil into a pan and heat it on a medium flame.

4.After the oil is hot, add a spoonful of potato mixture pressing down on them into patties and fry until golden brown. Set aside the potato patties and drain the extra oil using paper towels. Serve the tasty Latkes recipe hot with sauce.

Try this classic Jewish recipe for Hanukkah or Christmas and enjoy the tasty appetizer with a number of spicy dips.