Quick Latkes Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 package (560 g) chilled grated potatoes (about 4 cups)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp. premium flour
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• Neutral-flavored vegetable oil for frying
• Sour cream, for serving
• Sugar-free applesauce, for serving

Preparation:

1. Pour 1 cm of vegetable oil into a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan and attach a deep-fry thermometer. Heat over medium heat to 175°C (350°F), line the pan with paper towels, and place a wire rack on top.
2. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, egg, flour, green onions, 1.5 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and sticky.
3. Scoop the potato mixture into a 1/4-cup measuring cup, then shake it into your hand. Gently smooth the mixture out to form a flat cake about 1 cm thick.
4. Carefully add the latkes to the skillet and cook until deep golden brown around the edges, 3 to 4 minutes.
   
   Note
   
   If you can't find refrigerated grated potatoes, use frozen ones. Defrost them, then squeeze out all the water and continue cooking according to the recipe.
5. Flip and cook until the edges are deep golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to the prepared grill. Season the latkes with additional salt, if desired. Repeat with the remaining latkes, making sure to heat the oil to 350°F (175°C) between batches. Serve the latkes warm with sour cream and applesauce.