⭐ Crispy Potato Latkes with Creamy Dipping Sauce
If you’ve never made homemade latkes before, prepare to fall in love with one of the crispiest, most addictive potato recipes ever! Golden-brown on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with simple, comforting flavors—these potato latkes are the kind of dish that disappears the second they hit the table. Whether you’re making them for the holidays, a family brunch, or just because you’re craving something warm and crispy, this recipe hits every single time.
There’s just something magical about the way shredded potatoes fry up into little golden pancakes. The edges get perfectly crunchy, the centers stay soft and fluffy, and when you dip them in a cool, creamy sauce… it’s over. This is comfort food at its finest.
And the best part? Latkes use everyday ingredients you already have at home, making them budget-friendly and super easy to prepare. Once you try this recipe, it will instantly become part of your weekly rotation.
🥔 Why These Potato Latkes Are So Good
✔ Extra crispy edges
✔ Simple, pantry ingredients
✔ Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or holiday tables
✔ Kids love them
✔ Pairs beautifully with sour cream or applesauce
✔ Budget-friendly comfort food
🧂 Ingredients You’ll Need (Latkes)
4 large russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
1 medium onion, shredded
2 large eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder (optional but delicious)
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola works best)
🥣 Ingredients for the Creamy Dipping Sauce
1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
1 garlic clove, finely minced
Salt & pepper to taste
This sauce is cool, creamy, and the perfect contrast to the crispy potato latkes.
🔥 How to Make the Crispiest Latkes Ever
1️⃣ Prep the potatoes
Shred the potatoes and onion. Place them in a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
This step is the secret to truly crispy latkes!
2️⃣ Mix everything together
Add potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a bowl. Stir until combined.
3️⃣ Heat your oil
In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4️⃣ Fry the latkes
Scoop small handfuls of the mixture into the pan, flatten into pancake shapes, and fry until golden brown—about 3–4 minutes per side.
5️⃣ Drain & crisp
Place latkes on a paper towel or wire rack to remove excess oil.
6️⃣ Make the dipping sauce
Mix all sauce ingredients together and chill for 15 minutes to let the flavors blend.
😍 Serve & Enjoy
Latkes are best served hot and fresh, with:
✨ Sour cream
✨ Homemade dill sauce
✨ Applesauce
✨ Smoked salmon
✨ Chives
✨ A squeeze of lemon
Whether you’re hosting guests or cooking for yourself, these crispy potato latkes will have everyone coming back for seconds. They’re comforting, nostalgic, and unbelievably delicious.
📌 Helpful Tips for Perfect Latkes
Always squeeze out extra moisture—wet potatoes = soggy latkes
Russet potatoes work best for crispiness
Don’t overcrowd the pan—latkes need space to brown
Keep cooked latkes warm in the oven at 200°F (95°C)
Serve immediately for best texture