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Easy Latke Eggs Benedict

Crispy Easy Latke Eggs Benedict for a Perfect Brunch

Discover the delicious twist on a classic with Easy Latke Eggs Benedict featuring crispy latkes, poached eggs, and rich hollandaise sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Latkes
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes Grated
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely grated
  • 1 large Eggs Beaten
  • 0.25 cup Matzo Meal or All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Hollandaise Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 large Egg Yolks
Optional Toppings
  • Cold Smoked Salmon
  • Chopped Chives
  • Red Onion

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Colander
  • skillet
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grate the potatoes and onion, soak in cold salted water for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Drain and dry the mixture thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. Combine the drained mixture with egg, matzo meal, salt, and pepper to form a batter.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until shimmering, about 5 minutes.
  5. Drop 3-4 tablespoons of batter into hot oil, fry until golden brown, about 6-10 minutes per side.
  6. Poach eggs in simmering water with vinegar for 4½-5 minutes until whites are set.
  7. Whisk egg yolks, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl, slowly add melted butter until thickened.
  8. Assemble by placing a latke on a plate, topping with salmon, poached egg, and hollandaise.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 230mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead and store latkes and hollandaise separately to maintain texture.

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