Matzo Meal Latkes
- 3 eggs, at room temperature, separated
- 1/2 cup whole wheat matzo meal (or 1 1/2 whole wheat matzos pulverized in a food processor
- 1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 18 teaspoon cinnamon
- Neutral oil for frying
- Beat egg whites until stiff.
- Mix matzo meal with 1/2 cup cold water.
- Let it soak for 2 to 3 minutes, then mix in wheat germ, salt, sugar and cinnamon.
- Mix the egg yolks in well.
- Put a 1/4 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fold the egg whites into the batter.
- When the oil is hot, but not smoky, add the batter, a round tablespoon at a time.
- When well browned, flip and brown the other side, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain quickly on paper towels and serve hot, with sugar, honey or plain.
eggs, whole wheat matzo meal, toasted wheat germ, salt, sugar, cinnamon
Taken from cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015604 (may not work)