Classic Potato Kugel Recipe
A classic Potato Kugel recipe that yields a crispy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. This traditional Jewish dish is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture:
- 6 medium russet potatoes (approximately 2.5 lbs), peeled
- 1 large onion
Egg Mixture:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or matzo meal
- 1/3 cup neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado oil), plus extra for greasing
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (optional, for a fluffier texture)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with oil and heat in the oven.
- Grate the Potatoes and Onion: Grate peeled potatoes and onion, then transfer to a bowl.
- Squeeze Out Moisture: Place potatoes and onion in a towel, squeeze out liquid.
- Mix the Ingredients: Whisk eggs, add potatoes, onion, flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
- Heat the Oil: Warm oil in a saucepan, then add to the potato mixture.
- Bake the Kugel: Pour mixture into the hot dish and bake for 1 hour until golden brown and set.
- Let It Rest: Cool for 10-15 minutes after baking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares or wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add variations like adding garlic, herbs, or spices to customize the flavor.
- Leftover kugel can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for a crispy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 94mg
Keywords: Potato Kugel, Jewish, Side Dish, Vegetarian, Traditional Recipe
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