Potato and Onion Fritters

Potato and onion fritters are a simple yet tasty dish that can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 large onion
• 2 eggs
• 4 tablespoons of flour
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Oil for frying (seed oil or olive oil, depending on preferences)

Preparation

1. Start by peeling the potatoes and grating them with a large-mesh grater. Place the grated potatoes in a colander and squeeze them well to remove excess water.
2. Peel the onion and slice it thinly or grate it as you did for the potatoes.
3. In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes and onions. Add the eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous batter.
4. Heat plenty of oil in a high-sided pan. When the oil is hot, take a spoonful of the batter and pour it into the oil, flattening it a bit to give the fritter a flat shape.
5. Fry the fritters until they are golden on both sides, then drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
6. Serve hot.

Fun Facts

Potato and onion fritters, also known as “latkes” in the Ashkenazi Jewish tradition, are particularly popular during the Hanukkah festival. In Italy, this type of fritters can be found in regional variants, with the addition of other ingredients, such as grated cheese or aromatic herbs.