A Note of Solidarity
Today, Ukraine faces an unprovoked and brutal invasion by Russia, with the Ukrainian people enduring an incredibly harsh war. As we celebrate and preserve Ukrainian culinary heritage through recipes like this, it is important to acknowledge the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people during these difficult times. My heart stands with all Ukrainians. I wish Ukraine and its people victory and the swiftest possible peace.

Tag: latkes


  • Latkes vs Placki Ziemniaczane vs Deruny: Three Potato Pancakes, One Region

    Part of our Heritage Kitchen Glossary – short guides to the dishes, ingredients and techniques of Eastern European cooking. Ask for a potato pancake in Warsaw, Kyiv and a Jewish home in either city, and you will get three different answers that look almost the same on the plate: placki ziemniaczane, deruny, and latkes. All…

  • Healthy Latkes

    Healthy Latkes: Lighter Hanukkah Potato Pancakes That Still Crisp Up Jump to Ingredients Jump to Instructions Jump to Recipe Card Jump to Nutrition Active time: ~30 minutes | Total time: ~40 minutes | Serves: 4โ€“5 (about 16โ€“18 pancakes) | Difficulty: Easy Quick Overview Air-fry or oven-bake instead of pan-frying in a pool of oil โ€”…

  • Traditional Latkes

    Traditional Latkes Recipe: Crispy Hanukkah Potato Pancakes Jump to Ingredients Jump to Instructions Jump to Recipe Card Jump to Nutrition Active time: ~35 minutes | Total time: ~45 minutes | Serves: 4โ€“5 (about 16โ€“18 pancakes) | Difficulty: Easy Quick Overview Grate the potatoes and onion together, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible โ€”…