The secret to these traditional vegan potato latkes is to squeeze out as much liquid from the shredded onion and potatoes as possible before making patties. The result is a crispy, crunchy latke that doesn’t need any egg to bind it together! Be sure to have bowls of dairy-free sour cream and apple sauce ready for topping these savory potato pancakes!
Traditional Vegan Potato Latkes
Servings 12 Latkes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes 2 medium to large potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- ½-¾ cup flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Canola oil for frying
Instructions
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Slice the potatoes and onion into wedges to fit into a food processor feeder tube, and process with the shredder blade. Using a kitchen towel, squeeze out excess liquid from the potatoes and onions.
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Place the onion and potato mixture in a bowl and add ½ cup of the flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add more of the flour if the batter is too wet and not sticking together.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, heat a thin layer of oil. Take a heaping tablespoon of batter and flatten it with your hands, patting it into a pancake, before gently placing it in the hot oil. Continue doing this for as many latkes that can fit in the pan without crowding. Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning once, about 8 minutes total.
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Repeat with remaining potato mixture, adding more oil as necessary. Remove cooked potato pancakes to paper towels to drain. Serve with dairy-free sour cream or applesauce.
