We Tried 8 Different Methods for Making Latkes and Found Crispy-Outside, Fluffy-Inside Perfection

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Rating: 9/10

About this method: For this method, I followed the classic latke recipe and swapped out matzo meal for 2 tablespoons of panko bread crumbs.

Results: These were on par with the latkes that used matzo meal. I struggled to discern a difference between them. If I had to name one it might be that the matzo meal version is slightly fluffier, but I’d really have to split hairs to tell the difference. Blind-folded, I doubt I could tell them apart. So, if you have panko on hand but not matzo meal, consider it a perfectly acceptable one-to-one swap in this recipe.

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 25 minutes
• Rating: 10/10