Latkes (Draniki)

Ingredients

• •2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
• •1 medium onion
• •2 large eggs
• •3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or matzo meal
• •1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/2 cup neutral oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Grate the potatoes and onion on the fine side of a grater or in a food processor.

2. 2

   Transfer the mixture to a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

3. 3

   Place the squeezed potato mixture in a bowl and mix with the eggs, flour or matzo meal, salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Scoop small portions into the pan, flattening each into a thin pancake.

6. 6

   Fry until the edges are very crisp and the underside is deep golden, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, then flip and finish the second side.

7. 7

   Drain briefly on paper or a rack and serve hot.