Potato and Sweet Onion Latkes with Applesauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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Golden fried latkes made from grated potatoes and sweet onions, served with homemade cinnamon-spiced applesauce for a traditional Hanukkah treat. This Middle Eastern-inspired Hanukkah recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, sweet onion, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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: 25 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

5 large, peeled and grated russet potatoes
1 large, grated sweet onion
3 large eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups for frying vegetable oil
4 medium, peeled, cored and chopped apples
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 5 large peeled and grated russet potatoes and 1 large grated sweet onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid until mostly dry.
Step 2: Transfer potato and onion mixture to a large bowl. Beat 3 large eggs, then add to the bowl along with 1/3 cup all-purpose flour. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3: Heat 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Step 4: Form the potato mixture into 3-inch diameter patties and fry in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare the applesauce by combining 4 peeled, cored, and chopped apples with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat.
Step 6: Simmer apples for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and sauce thickens slightly. Mash with a fork or potato masher to desired consistency.
Step 7: Serve the hot latkes with warm cinnamon applesauce on the side for dipping.