Craving restaurant-quality latkes without the mess of deep-frying? Get ready to transform your Trader Joe's frozen latkes into golden, crispy potato pancakes that will have your family and friends begging for seconds! This foolproof air fryer method guarantees perfectly cooked latkes with minimal effort, making traditional Jewish comfort food more accessible than ever. Whether you're celebrating Hanukkah or just want a delicious side dish, these air-fried latkes will become your new go-to recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Jewish
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe's latkes
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Remove the Trader Joe's latkes package from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). This temperature ensures a crispy exterior and warm, tender interior.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Carefully arrange the latkes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches.
- Cook the latkes for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time to ensure even crispiness on both sides.
- Check the latkes at the 8-minute mark. They should be golden brown and crisp. If needed, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Once done, carefully remove the latkes from the air fryer using tongs or a heat-resistant spatula.
- Let the latkes rest on a paper towel-lined plate for 2-3 minutes to absorb any excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve hot with traditional accompaniments like applesauce or sour cream.
Tips
- • Always let your latkes sit at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heating • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - cook in batches for maximum crispiness • Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking • Flip the latkes halfway through cooking to achieve uniform golden-brown color • Use tongs or a heat-resistant spatula for safe removal • Let latkes rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil and maintain their crisp texture • Serve immediately for the best taste and texture • Pair with traditional accompaniments like applesauce or sour cream for an authentic experience
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
