Description
Potato Kugel is a traditional Jewish dish originating from Eastern Europe, featuring grated potatoes and onions baked to golden, crispy perfection. This comforting side dish is simple to prepare and pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses, making it a staple during Passover and other festive meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 medium yellow onion, grated
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or matzo meal
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (plus more for greasing)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with vegetable oil and place it in the oven to heat while you prepare the kugel mixture. This step helps to create a crispy bottom crust.
- Drain Potatoes and Onion: Using a clean towel or cheesecloth, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated potatoes and onion. Removing excess moisture is crucial for a firm and crispy kugel.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with eggs, flour (or matzo meal), salt, pepper, and oil. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated, ensuring a consistent texture.
- Pour Into Baking Dish: Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven and pour the kugel mixture into it, spreading evenly to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Bake: Bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and crispy. This baking time allows the flavors to meld and the kugel to set perfectly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the kugel cool slightly before slicing to help it hold its shape. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally accompanied by sour cream or applesauce for added flavor.
Notes
- For extra crisp edges, use a metal baking pan and preheat it with oil before adding the mixture.
- Potato kugel can be served hot or at room temperature, making it versatile for any meal.
- It pairs well with sour cream or applesauce to balance the savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish, Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
