Latkes Recipe - NYT Cooking

To the grated potatoes, add 1 grated onion, 2 lightly beaten eggs and 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (or matzo meal); substitute neutral oil for butter. (Be liberal with the oil.)

Spoon the mixture into the oil to form pancakes; fry until brown and crisp on both sides.

Serve with sour cream and applesauce.