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Potato-Pear Latkes

:  November/December 2011

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It’s easy to make crispy latkes for Hanukkah without oodles of oil. Adding shredded pears to the traditional potato mixture gives the latkes a hint of sweetness; a touch of fresh sage provides an herbal note that goes well with most holiday meals. Serve the latkes topped with a dollop of low-fat sour cream or enjoy them plain.


Potato-Pear Latkes Recipe

Makes: 6 servings, 2 latkes each

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Nutrition Profile

Low calorie | High fiber | Low saturated fat | Low cholesterol | Heart healthy | Healthy weight |

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, shredded
  • 1 large firm (slightly underripe) pear, shredded
  • 2 6-inch-square pieces matzo, crushed
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided

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Preparation

  1. Toss potatoes, pear and matzo in a large bowl and let stand, stirring once or twice, until the matzo is softened, about 20 minutes. Stir in shallot, sage, salt and pepper. Add egg and stir to coat.
  2. Place a baking sheet in the oven; preheat to 200°F.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 4 latkes at a time, using 1/4 cup lightly packed potato-pear mixture for each. Press with the back of a spatula to flatten into a 3-inch cake. Cook until crispy and golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the baking sheet in the oven to keep warm. Repeat with two more batches of the remaining potato mixture and oil, reducing the heat as necessary to prevent burning.

Nutrition

Per serving: 189 calories; 8 g fat ( 1 g sat , 5 g mono ); 31 mg cholesterol; 28 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 4 g protein; 3 g fiber; 401 mg sodium; 429 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (27% daily value).

Carbohydrate Servings: 2

Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1 1/2 fat


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
Jewish
Health & Diet Considerations
Low calorie
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
High fiber
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
1 hour or less
Servings
6
Preparation/ Technique
Saute
Meal/Course
Dinner

Season
Fall
Winter
Holiday
Hanukkah
Style/Theme
Budget
Comfort foods
Entertaining, casual
Makeover
Vegetarian
Type of Dish
Side dish, potato/starch
Publication
November/December 2011
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