Hanukkah is a Jewish festival, and just like other Jewish festivals, food is at the center of the tradition. Jews celebrate this festival by eating typically fried and fatty food. Here are our three favorite festive treats to try this Hanukkah.
Latkes
Latkes, also known as potato pancakes, are deep-fried grated potato pancakes. They are typically mixed with onion, egg, flour, and occasionally seasoning. Grate some potatoes in a bowl and add an egg with some flour to combine the mixture. Then shape the mixture, creating a ‘pancake’ shape. In a wok or pan, deep fry the latke in oil until golden brown.
Doughnuts (Sufganiyot)
Traditionally, these doughnuts are jelly-filled and are impossible not to indulge in over the Hanukkah period. They can also be filled with custard. They are deep-fried and finished off with some powdered sugar. Over the years, more and more bakeries have been stepping up their game with different flavors.
Chocolate Coins (Gelt)
Gelt are mini chocolate coins that are often given as a prize or traded when playing a game called dreidel over the Hanukkah period—this is a very popular game to play as a family and an absolute favorite for the children.
