David The Latke King Firestones Crispy Latkes Recipe

Experience the legendary crispy latkes (potato pancakes) made famous by David Firestone, the Latke King of Queens! This recipe, originally from Molly O'Neill's iconic "The New York Cookbook," is a Hanukkah tradition you won't want to miss. Perfectly golden-brown and incredibly flavorful, these latkes are best served with your favorite applesauce and sour cream. Get ready to make 16 delicious latkes that will wow your family and friends!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 307.9 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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How to Make David The Latke King Firestones Crispy Latkes

  1. Peel and coarsely grate 2 large russet potatoes and 1/2 medium yellow onion.
  2. Place the grated potatoes and onion in a large bowl. Add 1 large egg, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Gently squeeze out excess moisture from the potato mixture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. This step is crucial for extra crispy latkes!
  4. Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. For each latke, drop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the hot oil, flattening it slightly with a spatula.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove latkes from skillet and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve immediately with applesauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

19g

Carbs

4g

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