2 pounds russet potatoes
1 medium onion
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Oil for frying
Peel the potatoes and onion
Grate the potatoes and onion
Place the grated mixture in a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible
Transfer the mixture to a bowl
Add the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper
Mix until combined
Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture per latke into the hot oil
Flatten slightly with a spatula
Fry until golden brown on one side
Flip and fry until golden brown on the other side
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate
Repeat with the remaining mixture
Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream