RisaG 09-24-99 7:01 PM
Wolfie’s Potato Pancakes
Recipe By : Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House, Miami, FL
Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Restaurant Recipes
Amount Measure Ingredient, Preparation Method
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2 large onions, grated
2 1/2 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and grated
2 large eggs
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground black pepper
3/4 cup matzo meal (about)
1/2 cup peanut oil (about)
Applesauce, optional
Sour cream, optional (fat free)
Mix onions and potatoes in large colander. Drain for 30 minutes, pressing on moisture with plate to extract as much liquid as possible.
Transfer potato mixture to large bowl; add eggs, salt and pepper.
Mix in enough matzo meal to bind mixture.
Heat 1/4 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
Working in batches, add 1/4 cup potato mixture to skillet for each pancake, pressing to form 3" diameter pancakes.
Fry until cooked through, about 5 minutes
per side, adding more oil if necessary.
Serve with applesauce and sour cream, if desired.
Source: 1999 issue of Bon Appetit Magazine in R.S.V.P. section.