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Elevate Your Party with Crispy Celery Root Latkes

Are you tired of serving the same old appetizers at your gatherings? Look no further! These crispy celery root latkes are a game-changer. By substituting traditional potatoes with celery root, you’ll add a unique twist to this classic dish.

The Perfect Flavor Combination

To make these addictive bites, combine shredded celery root with onion, eggs, and matzo meal. Form the mixture into small patties and fry them in shallow oil until they’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Then, top them with a tangy mayonnaise infused with mustard or horseradish, smoky pastrami, and crunchy dill pickles.

A Departure from the Norm

What sets these latkes apart is the use of celery root, which adds a subtle celery flavor. You can use deli-counter pastrami, but if you’re feeling adventurous, try curing, smoking, and steaming your own for an added layer of depth.

Easy to Make, Hard to Resist

With a total prep and cook time of just 50 minutes, these latkes are an easy addition to your party menu. Plus, they’re surprisingly simple to make, requiring only a few ingredients and basic cooking skills. Your guests will devour them in no time!

Ingredients and Instructions

For the latkes:

• 2 1/2 pounds celery root, trimmed and peeled
• 1 medium yellow onion, peeled
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup matzo meal
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

To assemble:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard or prepared horseradish
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 12 ounces thinly sliced pastrami, at room temperature or warmed
• 3 kosher dill pickles, thinly sliced on the bias

Get Cooking!

Heat your oven to 250°F and prepare a baking sheet with a wire rack. Shred the celery root and onion, then combine them with eggs, matzo meal, salt, and pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and scoop the mixture into small mounds. Fry until golden brown, then transfer to the prepared baking sheet to keep warm. Assemble the latkes by spreading mayonnaise on each one, topping with pastrami and pickle slices, and serving immediately.