How to Make Chorizo Latkes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chorizo Latkes are a delicious and unique twist on the traditional potato latkes, a popular dish in Jewish and Eastern European cuisine. These tasty fritters are infused with the spicy and savory flavors of chorizo, a type of pork sausage often used in Spanish and Mexican cooking. The combination of crispy potatoes and flavorful chorizo creates a dish that is both comforting and exciting, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 3 russet potatoes, peeled
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 (1 pound) package beef chorizo
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 42 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 to 24 latkes

  • Shred potatoes; wring out excess water in a dish towel. Transfer to a large bowl and mix in eggs. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo; cook and stir until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 teaspoon grease in the skillet. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 4 minutes. Fold into potatoes until well-combined.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in another large skillet until almost smoking. Add heaping tablespoonfuls of the potato mixture; press down to flatten slightly. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Continue with remaining potato mixture. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    164 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 331mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 276mg