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This delicious traditional potato kugel recipe will make everyone happy around the table.
It is often served on Shabbat as a dinner side dish or as a side for lunch the following day. This cozy, comfort food is an Ashkenazi Jewish recipe that will have everyone feeling at home.
I usually double this potato kugel recipe. This way, there is one for Shabbat and one for Friday afternoon so everyone can “Taste a little bit of Shabbat” before Shabbat actually begins.
The Best Potato Kugel Ever
Ingredients
- 6 potatoes
- 1 onion
- 3 beaten eggs
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil to heat in pan (optional)
Instructions
- Grate potatoes and onion with a food processor like the one in the notes or by hand
- Squeeze out a little of the liquid
- Place in a large mixing bowl
- Add remaining ingredients, except for vegetable oil.
- Mix well
- Heat vegetable oil in an empty baking pan. This helps cook the bottom of the kugel. (I actually don't use the extra oil, but some prefer it).
- Carefully remove the pan and pour in the mixed kugel ingredients.
- Gently smooth out the top of the kugel with a spatula or back of a tablespoon.
- Bake at 350F / 175C for approximately 45 minutes to an hour depending on your oven
4 Comments
What size pan do you use to cook your Kugel in? Thank you for this recipe. So many of the recipes call for canola oil. I perfer eating olive oil. Do you see a difference in using the different oils?
Hello Jen! Yes, I see a difference using olive oil. My family loves the taste. One can substitute any oil they prefer. This potato kugel can be made in a standard 9 x 13 inch pan, but you can also use a pan that’s a bit smaller and the finished kugel will just be a bit taller, but it will cook up well. Sometimes, I use this recipe to make two smaller kugels. Thanks for being in touch! You can also find me on https://www.instagram.com/RebbetzinUnplugged 🙏
Delicious kugel! I’ve tried many recipes. This yields the best texture and taste as well!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the potato kugel recipe. It’s always a pleasure to share a dish that brings joy to others. Have you tried any other traditional recipes lately? I’d love to hear about your culinary adventures!