Crispy Potato Kugel Waffles with Herbed Sour Cream and Pickled Radish

Ingredients

• •4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and grated
• •1 medium onion, grated
• •2 large eggs, beaten
• •1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon baking powder
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/4 cup avocado oil or vegetable oil (for cooking)
• •1 cup sour cream
• •2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
• •1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
• •1 teaspoon lemon zest
• •1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
• •1/4 cup white vinegar
• •1 teaspoon sugar
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.

2. 2

   Place the grated potatoes and grated onion in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is key to achieving crispy waffles.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained potatoes and onion with the beaten eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

4. 4

   Heat a small amount of avocado or vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a small portion of the potato mixture to test seasoning and adjust salt or pepper as needed.

5. 5

   Scoop a portion of the potato mixture into the preheated waffle iron, spreading it evenly. Close the waffle iron and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture.

6. 6

   While the waffles are cooking, prepare the herbed sour cream by combining sour cream, fresh dill, parsley, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

7. 7

   For the pickled radishes, place the thinly sliced radishes in a bowl. In a small saucepan, heat white vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then pour the mixture over the radishes. Let sit for at least 10 minutes.

8. 8

   To serve, top each crispy potato kugel waffle with a dollop of herbed sour cream, a few pickled radish slices, and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.