Hanukkah Potato Latkes with Caramelized Onion and Dill

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Golden-fried Hanukkah latkes made with grated potatoes, sweet caramelized onions, and fresh dill, perfect for the Festival of Lights. This Middle Eastern Hanukkah recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, yellow onion, and fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 medium (about 2 pounds) russet potatoes
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup for frying vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and grate 4 medium russet potatoes using the large holes of a box grater. Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible.
2. Step 2: Peel and thinly slice 1 large yellow onion. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onion for 10 minutes until soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, caramelized onion, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until fully mixed.
4. Step 4: Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
5. Step 5: Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the potato mixture and carefully form into patties. Fry latkes in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
6. Step 6: Serve warm with sour cream or applesauce, enjoying the crispy exterior and tender interior celebrating Hanukkah traditions.