Crispy Potato Kugel
A beloved Jewish dish, this Crispy Potato Kugel features a crunchy exterior and soft inside, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 medium to large potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 2 medium onions (chopped finely)
- 7 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil (reserve 2 tbsp for the baking dish)
- 3 tsp salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a 9×13-inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in it.
- Peel and rinse the potatoes, then shred them and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Finely chop the onions.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, then mix in the potatoes, onions, salt, pepper, and remaining oil.
- Pour the mixture into the hot baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top.
- If desired, add shredded cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
For a cheesy twist, add cheese during the last minutes of baking. Ensure potatoes are well-dried for maximum crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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