Classic Potato Latkes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 1/2 pounds potatoes (preferably Yukon Gold).
02 - 1 large onion, shredded.
03 - 3/4 cup matzo meal or bread crumbs.
04 - 2 large eggs, beaten.
05 - 1 tablespoon potato starch.
06 - 1 1/4 teaspoons salt.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
08 - 1 1/2 cups high smoke point oil (avocado, peanut or grapeseed).
09 - 1/4 cup schmaltz (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Place wire cooling rack with paper towels underneath near frying area.
02 - Shred potatoes using food processor or grater with large holes. Cover shreds with cold water.
03 - Grate onion using fine holes. Drain potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture with clean towel.
04 - Combine potato-onion mixture with matzo meal, eggs, potato starch, salt and pepper.
05 - Heat oil and optional schmaltz to 365°F in skillet, about 1/8 inch deep.
06 - Shape 3 tablespoons mixture into disks. Fry in batches 2-3 minutes per side until brown and crispy.

# Notes:

01 - Can be made ahead and reheated.
02 - Serve with applesauce or sour cream.
03 - Traditional Hanukkah dish.

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