Carrot and Apple Latkes {Vegan}

May 3, 2015 By Veg Life Staff 2 Comments

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I have been making some version of these Carrot and Apple Latkes for years. I typically go for zucchini and onion but I realized I had purchased too many carrots this week and decided to give these a try. In addition to carrots, I added apples for sweetness and onions for that savory component. Everything gets shredded together in a food processor with the shredding blade attachment so it couldn’t be any easier to prep!

Lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper and a flax “egg” round out the ingredients list. You could also opt to add complementary spices such as cinnamon, allspice or ginger. After everything is combined, I added two tablespoons of flour. It initially looks like you need more moisture and as the juices release from the apple and onion, you might feel like you need more flour. Resist the urge to do either. I used an ice cream scoop to measure the batter and then formed them in my hands. As long as you let one side cook completely before turning, they will absolutely hold together. They will be crisp on the exterior and slightly soft on the interior. For an even crisper latke, all you need to do is make them thinner.

Carrot and Apple Latkes

I used grapeseed oil today, but you could use any cooking oil that can withstand a medium high heat. Make sure there is enough so they have something to cook in, otherwise a drier, hot pan will just blacken them. These cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden (as seen in the one below). You can add a few at a time, but work in small batches and do not overcrowd the pan or you won’t be able to retain the heat, nor will it be easy to flip them.

Ingredients

1 small Apple peeled, core removed and grated (try to avoid tart/bakingvarieties, these should be sweet)
2 large Carrots peeled, ends trimmed and grated
1 small Onion skin removed, ends trimmed and grated
Garlic or garlic powder optional
Juice of 1/2 a Lemon
1/2 tsp Salt
1/8-1/4 tsp Pepper to taste
Spices such as cinnamon allspice and ginger, optional
1 Tbl Ground Flax Seed + 3 Tbl Water allow to sit for 10 minutes to thicken
2 heaping Tbl of Flour any flour will do

Instructions

Before you begin, prepare the flax "egg" so that it has time to thicken and become somewhat gelatinous. Set aside.
Using the shredding attachment of a food processor, shred the onions, apples and then carrots.
Remove to a large mixing bowl.
Add the remaining ingredients and mix very well. Don't forget to add in that flax egg!
Preheat a large saute pan over medium to high heat and add oil.
Using an ice cream or other scoop helps to keep them all about the same size.
Form in your hand, using slight pressure to compress and shape into patties. The thinner the patty, the crisper the latke.
Cook for a few minutes on one side until golden and flip, cooking for a few more minutes.
Remove to a paper towel lined plate to blot up excess oil. They will firm up slightly as they rest but will still be somewhat soft in the center.
Serve warm with vegan sour cream and/or applesauce.
This recipe made about twelve 3" latkes.

Carrot and Apple Latkes {Vegan} - TheVegLife (2024)

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