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Easy Latke Eggs Benedict

Crispy Easy Latke Eggs Benedict for a Brunch to Remember

Elevate your brunch with these Easy Latke Eggs Benedict, featuring crispy latkes and rich hollandaise.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Jewish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Latkes
  • 2-3 pieces Russet Potatoes Choose firm potatoes without green spots.
  • 1 piece Yellow Onion Adds moisture and flavor.
  • 1 piece Eggs Beaten.
  • 1/4 cup Matzo Meal or All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil For frying.
For the Poached Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar Helps keep egg whites together.
For the Hollandaise Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best for acidity.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Cold Smoked Salmon Luxurious addition.
  • to taste Chives Fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Blender
  • saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grate potatoes and onion, soak in salted water for 20-30 minutes, then drain and squeeze dry.
  2. Combine grated mixture with beaten egg, matzo meal, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet, form latkes and fry for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Poach eggs in simmering water with vinegar for 4.5 to 5 minutes, then remove carefully.
  5. Blend egg yolks, lemon juice, and salt; slowly add melted butter to create hollandaise.
  6. Assemble by layering latkes, poached eggs, and hollandaise, garnished with chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure to maintain oil temperature for optimal frying results and always squeeze moisture from grated potatoes.

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