Carrot Latkes with Arugula, Feta and Pepita Salad
In the gluten-free version of latkes, almond flour is a terrific alternative to the usual all-purpose flour. You can also make this recipe with shredded zucchini or potatoes in place of the carrots. The batter can be made a day ahead, but serve the latkes hot from the pan for the best results. Don’t fuss with the latkes once they are in the pan; they need time to form a browned exterior or they will fall apart.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. (500 g) carrots, shredded
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup (4 oz./125 g) almond flour
- 1/3 cup (1/2 oz./15 g) minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- Unsalted butter for frying
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 Tbs. sherry vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 5 oz. (155 g) arugula, tough stems removed
- 1/2 lb. (250 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup (1 oz./30 g) pepitas or sunflower seeds
Directions:
In a bowl, stir together the carrots, eggs, almond flour, parsley and garlic. Season well with salt and pepper.
Preheat an oven to 200°F (95°C).
In a nonstick fry pan over medium heat, melt 1/2 Tbs. butter. Using your hands, use 1/4 cup (2 oz./60 g) of the carrot mixture to form a mound, then slightly flatten it until it’s 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Do not flatten the latke in the pan or it will fall apart. Working in batches to avoid crowding, place the latkes in the pan and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve. Repeat until all the latkes are cooked.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, lime juice and cumin. Season with salt and pepper. Add the arugula and toss well to make sure that each leaf is nicely coated. Add the feta and pepitas and gently toss just to combine.
Place the latkes on plates with the arugula salad. Serve immediately. Serves 4.
Adapted from Williams-Sonoma School Night, by Kate McMillan (Weldon Owen 2015)
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