These crispy Carrot, Potato & Sweet Potato Latkes combine sweet and savory root vegetables into one irresistible fritter. Inspired by the traditional Jewish latke, this version balances the natural sweetness of carrots and sweet potatoes with the hearty earthiness of russet potatoes. Perfect for Hanukkah or any comfort-food craving, they’re simple to make, delightfully golden, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup carrot (grated)
- 1 cup sweet potato (grated)
- 2 cups russet potato (grated)
- ¼ cup onion (finely chopped or grated)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp canola oil (plus more for frying)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
- Grate the carrot, sweet potato, and russet potato. Finely chop or grate the onion.
- Squeeze excess moisture from all grated vegetables using a clean towel.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine all vegetables with the beaten egg, garlic salt, and pepper.
- Mix thoroughly and let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Step 3: Heat Oil
- Add canola oil to a skillet and heat over medium heat.
- Test by dropping a small bit of the mixture into the oil—it should sizzle.
Step 4: Fry the Latkes
- Drop spoonfuls of mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
- Fry for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden and crisp.
Step 5: Serve
- Drain on paper towels. Serve warm with applesauce or sour cream.
Tips
- Add shredded potatoes or sweet potatoes to match the recipe title for a more traditional latke mix.
- Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of flour or matzo meal if the mixture feels too wet.
- Add fresh herbs such as parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- Swap canola oil for avocado oil or vegetable oil.
- Make mini-latkes for appetizers or party platters.
- Add a pinch of paprika or cayenne for light heat.
- Serve with applesauce or sour cream for classic latke pairings.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best crispiness.
- Make them slightly thicker to create a softer interior.
- Use a food processor to speed up the grating process.
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 0.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 2.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 0.8mg