2 eggs, beaten
3 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 onion, grated or finely minced
20 oz. potatoes (about 2 medium russets), peeled and grated
1/2 cup oil for frying

  • Beat eggs and add flour, salt, and onion
  • Grate potatoes, squeeze out moisture, then toss in egg mixture
  • Heat oil to 350°F in small frying pan.
  • Spoon mixture in 1/4 cup chunks into hot oil, pressing down to form thick patties
  • Brown on one side, about 3 minutes, flip and brown other side
  • Remove to drain on paper towels
  • Serve with applesauce and sour cream

Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16073/potato-latkes-i/

11/16/23: scaled up a bit:

  • 3 eggs
  • 4 tbsp. flour
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 onion
  • 28 oz. potatoes