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Sweet Potato-Chive Latkes

Sweet Potato-Chive Latkes
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
20 min
Yields
4-6 servings

Take your latkes to the next level by adding sweet potato.

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ingredients

1
medium russet potato, peeled and shredded (about 10 oz)
1
large sweet potato, peeled and shredded (about 1 lb)
1
whole egg plus 1 egg white
½
cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1
Tbsp granulated garlic
2
tsp cayenne pepper
2
tsp ground cinnamon
2
Tbsp chopped fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3
Tbsp canola oil
1 16-oz
container sour cream
Freshly torn fresh parsley leaves, for garnish
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directions

Step 1

Add the shredded potatoes to a bowl of water, stir to combine. Pour the potatoes over a wire mesh strainer and allow to drain.

Step 2

Whisk the egg and egg white in a large glass mixing bowl until just incorporated, about 30 seconds. Sift the flour, granulated garlic, cayenne and cinnamon into the egg. Add the chives. Sprinkle with 3 teaspoons each salt and black pepper; whisk until smooth. Fold in the sweet potato and potato, making sure the batter is thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Set a large cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the oil. Working in small batches, drop about 3 tablespoons per latke into the skillet just before the oil begins to smoke. Flatten each slightly with a slotted metal spatula. Make sure to not overcrowd the skillet.

Step 4

Crisp the latkes until the bottoms are caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip with the spatula and continue crisping the second side for about 6 minutes total. The latkes should be cooked through and a dark, golden brown. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnishing each latke center with a small dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of torn parsley leaves.

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