An authentic European recipe for potato pancakes that is perfect for your Hanukkah celebration.
10 russet potatoes, peeled and shredded 1 carrot, peeled and shredded 1 onion, finely diced 5 cloves garlic, crushed 1 Tbs. chopped flat leaf parsley 1 Tbs. chopped fresh dill 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice 1/4 C. olive oil 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour 2 C. dry bread crumbs Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil for frying, as needed
Mix potatoes, carrot, onion, garlic, parsley, and dill in a large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, 1/4 cup of olive oil, flour, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Knead just until mixture holds together. Heat the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, drop spoonfuls of potato mixture in hot oil. Cook approximately 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Serve hot with fresh sour cream, if desired.Yield: 10 servings