You'll love these a latke.
They're a little like me: crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Perfect as a starter or a side, breakfast, lunch & dinner, all year long. That's a bold statement but its frickin true.
I was worried these wouldn't hold a candle to the timeless classic potato latke. But I was pleasantly surprised when they in fact did! Does this mean I will make a permanent switch? Absolutely not. But I don't feel guilty about these. In fact I am eating them for dinner as I type this.
The classic latke dips still work here - sour cream topped with chives, and apple sauce which I sprinkle with cinnamon.
Today also happens to be Yom Kippur! Which is what inspired this recipe. I am not jewish but I grew up with lots of jewish friends and families who have shared their traditions with me and opened their homes during holidays. I am particularly fond of breaking the fast on Yom Kippur.
Side note: If you live in Atlanta or are ever visiting, Goldberg's deli has the BEST potato latkes, hands down.
L'Chaim!
Time: 45 minutes
Makes: ~20 latkes
Ingredients
3 medium zucchinis
1 egg
½ cup all purpose flour
1 cup shredded parmesan
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Canola or vegetable oil
Sour cream
Apple sauce
Chives
Preparation
1. Grate all three zucchinis with a medium size grater, then salt and let sit 5-10 minutes and then squeeze out extra water using a cheese cloth.
2. Add grated zucchini, parmesan cheese, flour, salt, pepper and egg to a bowl, mix until it resembles a dough or batter.
3. Add about a centimeter of oil to a pan and heat over medium. Drop in a shred of cheese and if it bubbles, the oil is ready.
4. Add about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mix into the pan and shape/ flatten. Let fry on each side 4-5 minutes.
5. Remove latkes as they’re ready (I was able to cook 2 at a time). Place on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.
6. Serve with a side of apple sauce and a side of sour cream topped with diced chives for dipping!
Tips
Always use freshly shredded cheese. It’s just better. Buy a block and grate it yourself.
If you use a dutch oven or other high walled pan, it’ll decrease oil splatter.
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