Potato Latkes

[Trish]

Potato Latkes
(Yields 5)

Ingredients:

3 cups shredded potatoes (I used red)
1/4 cup jalapenos, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup scallions, diced
1 egg
4 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
olive oil

*Also, garlic powder would make a great addition to these latkes. I sadly thought of it after the fact.

Directions:

Shred potatoes into a colander and place a paper towel over to drain moisture. Let sit for 30 minutes, pressing every often. Combine potatoes, flour, jalapenos, cilantro, scallions, egg, cumin and salt and pepper. Mix together until combined. If too moist, you can add more flour as needed. Place a skillet on medium heat and pour about 2 tablespoons of oil into the pan. Form the mix into small, thin balls and press flat and place in skillet. Cook on each side until golden brown. Serve with sour cream mixture.

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