Schmaltz Appetizing Latke Double Down

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Written By

Stefani Poci

Experience a Toronto favourite right at home with this version of Schmaltz Appetizing's Latka Double Down! Latkes, which translates to ‘pancakes,’ are made of shredded russet potatoes, white onion, egg and a binder. They are fried until extra crispy and are a vessel for various toppings. This sandwich variation is filled with scallion cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onions and capers to make the best bite. No wonder it's a Toronto fav!

Ingredients

Schmaltz Appetizing Latke Double Down

4 medium-sized russet potatoes
1 medium white onion
1 large egg
1/4 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup scallions, sliced
1 cup cream cheese
Smoked salmon
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Capers
Canola oil

Directions

Schmaltz Appetizing Latke Double Down

7 Steps

Step 1

Shred the russet potatoes and white onion. Place them in a cheese cloth or kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible into a separate bowl. Reserve the starchy liquid.
Step 2

Allow the starchy liquid to sit so the starch settles at the bottom. Drain the water and keep the starch at the bottom of the bowl.
Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded potatoes and onion with the reserved starch, egg, breadcrumbs, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly using your hands until well combined.
Step 4

Heat canola oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup, scoop the potato mixture into the hot oil, pressing down lightly to flatten. Cook until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes on the other side.
Step 5

Remove the latkes from the pan and place them on a cooling rack to drain excess oil.
Step 6

In a bowl, combine sliced scallions with cream cheese and mix well. Set aside.
Step 7

To assemble the sandwich, spread scallion cream cheese on both latkes. Top with smoked salmon, sliced red onion, and capers.