Pan-Fried Potato Latkes with Caramelized Onion and Apple

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

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Golden, crispy potato latkes infused with sweet caramelized onions and tart apple, perfect for Hanukkah celebrations. This Middle Eastern Hanukkah recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, yellow onion, and granny smith apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 medium (about 1.5 lbs) russet potatoes
1 large (about 8 oz) yellow onion
1 medium granny smith apple
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup vegetable oil
for serving sour cream, optional

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Instructions

Step 1: Peel and grate 3 medium russet potatoes into a large bowl. Grate 1 large yellow onion and 1 medium granny smith apple and add to the potatoes. Using a clean kitchen towel, squeeze out excess moisture until the mixture is damp but not watery.
Step 2: In the bowl with the grated mixture, add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the batter is cohesive.
Step 3: Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 3 minutes.
Step 4: Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the batter and carefully flatten into 3-inch discs in the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Serve warm topped with a dollop of sour cream if desired.