Crispy Potato and Onion Latkes (Lokša)
Lokša, also known as crispy potato and onion latkes, is a traditional dish in Palatine cuisine. These delicious potato pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes and onion.
- Stir in the beaten eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop the potato mixture into the hot oil, pressing down to form pancakes.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the latkes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and crispy lokša with sour cream or applesauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large bowl Grater Skillet Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Cooking oil
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with sour cream, applesauce, or smoked salmon.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes and onion to achieve crispy latkes.
Cost
$5