Potato Latkes with Sour Cream & Applesauce

Name: Potato Latkes with Sour Cream & Applesauce
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb (1 kg) russet potatoes, peeled; ½ yellow onion, grated; 2 tbsp sour cream, plus more for serving; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; ¼ tsp freshly ground pepper; ¾ tsp kosher salt; Avocado oil or canola oil for frying; Avocado oil or canola oil for frying; 2 cups (450 g) applesauce

Preparation info

Makes
6
servings

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Williams Sonoma Breakfast & Brunch

By Williams Sonoma

Published 2024

About

These irresistible, crisp-edged potato pancakes are traditionally paired with sour cream and applesauce. For a heartier version, top the latkes with a poached egg. They’re also delicious garnished with creme fraîche or sour cream, smoked salmon, and chopped chives.

Ingredients

2 lb (1 kg) russet potatoes, peeled
½ yellow onion, grated

Gluten-free
Vegetarian
Cake
Brunch
Breakfast

Method

Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).

Shred the potatoes on the coarsest holes of a box grater. Enclose half of the grated potatoes in a kitchen towel and twist the towel to press out as much liquid as possible. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the remaining grated potatoes.