Bon Appetit/December 2004

Cumin-Scented Beet Latkes

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories Saturated Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
15 each N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


INGREDIENTS:
6 cups coarsely shredded peeled beets (about 6 medium) 6 tablespoons all purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 large eggs, beaten to blend canola oil (for frying)
Celery and Cilantro Relish (see recipe) Apple, Green Onion, and Jalapeno Salsa (see recipe)



1 Place beets in leage bowl; press with paper towels to absorb any moisture. In another large bowl, whisk flour and next 5 ingredients. Mix in beets, then eggs.
2 Pour enough oil into large skillet to cover bottom; heat over medium heat. Working in batches, drop beet mixture by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; spread to 3-1/2-inch rounds. Fry until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer latkes to baking sheet.
3 Serve latkes with relish and salsa.

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