American Caviar with Crispy Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes Recipe

American Caviar with Crispy Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes Recipe

  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/4 cup crème fraîche
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 ounces American sturgeon caviar
  1. Using largest holes on box grater, shred potatoes into large bowl. Mix in egg and next 4 ingredients. Transfer potato mixture to strainer set over same bowl.
  2. Add enough oil to heavy medium skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch. Heat oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls into hot oil, flattening with back of spoon to form 2- to 3-inch-diameter 1/4-inch-thick pancakes. Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer pancakes to paper towels to drain.
  3. Top pancakes with crème fraîche, red onion, and caviar; serve.
  4. Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
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