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<\/figure>\nBaked Latkes with Roasted Root Vegetables<\/h3>\n
Latkes, (delicious jewish potato pancakes), are perhaps the most popular Hanukkah food. They\u2019re usually made with ground potatoes mixed with eggs, flour, onions, and various seasonings. While a lot of families prefer to shallow fry their Latkes in oil, this can add a lot of extra fat and calories to your holiday meals. So, why not try a different approach?<\/p>\n
Baked latkes can be just as delicious as their fried alternatives. They\u2019re still crispy on the outside and soft on the inside (if you bake them right). Plus, they require minimal oil.<\/p>\n
You can even add extra vitamins and nutrition to your latkes with grated zucchini, carrot, and other vegetables. To make your own healthy latkes, you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 large eggs<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 cups of grated carrot and zucchini<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bc cup of flat-leaf parsley<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 4 potatoes (grated)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 finely chopped onion<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Half a teaspoon of kosher salt<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Half a freshly minced garlic clove<\/p>\n
\u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Avocado oil spray<\/p>\n
Mix your shredded vegetables in a bowl with your onions, eggs, and flour. Mix everything together with your garlic clove and flat-leaf parsley, then sprinkle on your kosher salt. Separate the mixture into small balls, then press them down flat on a baking sheet, before spraying them with avocado oil. Bake until crispy and golden on the outside.<\/p>\n Since Hanukkah food is served during the colder months of the year, hearty and warming meals are often a staple. Beef brisket is often regarded as the main dish of the Hanukkah season, although some people have switched to chicken and poultry meals in recent years.<\/p>\n Although beef generally includes more fat than some other meats, it can also be a great source of iron, folate, and protein. A good way to make your brisket a little healthier, is to switch beer-based braising with fruity wine. Here\u2019s a great recipe to try:<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 cups of zinfandel (or a fruity and dry wine)<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd cup of fat-free, low-salt chicken broth<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd cup of tomato paste<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 \u00bd pounds of beef brisket (with the fat trimmed off)<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 teaspoons of kosher salt<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd a teaspoon of black pepper<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Avocado cooking spray<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 8 cups of sliced onion<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd teaspoons of dried thyme<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 carrots cut into slices<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 celery sticks cut into slices<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 teaspoon of dried oregano<\/p>\n Preheat your oven and combine your broth, tomato paste, and zinfandel in a jug or bowl. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat, then add your beef, sprinkling with salt and pepper. Coat the pan with cooking spray before adding the meat to reduce sticking.<\/p>\n Cook for eight minutes, then set the meat aside. Add your onion, thyme, and liquid mixture to the Dutch oven, then cook until tender. Add your garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes before adding the beef.<\/p>\n Bake the whole thing in the oven for around 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.<\/p>\n Kugel is typically an egg noodle casserole or pudding served as a side dish during the Hanukkah celebration. The meal can be made either to suit savory or sweet tastes, depending on your preferences. If you\u2019re looking for a healthier Hanukkah food, try switching the noodles out for fresh cauliflower. This savory alternative is a great way to cut down on extra sugar and butter too.<\/p>\n To make this dish, you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 large white onion chopped finely<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd tsp of black pepper<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 \u00bd tsp of salt<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bd tsp of paprika<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Half a clove of minced garlic<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 medium cauliflower<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2\/3 cups of olive oil<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 4 eggs<\/p>\n Start by preheating your oven to 410 degrees (Fahrenheit) and prepare your cauliflower, removing any tough outer leaves and washing the vegetable. Slice the entire cauliflower into thin sections. Much of the vegetable will crumble into smaller pieces.<\/p>\n Combine the onion and cauliflower into a mixing bowl, adding your eggs, and olive oil, along with your seasonings and garlic. Pour the egg mixture over the cauliflower mixture and combine. Transfer the whole thing into a baking dish, and season with a teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper, then bake until golden.<\/p>\n Easily the most popular Hanukkah food among people with a sweet tooth, Sufganiyots are a type of jelly-filled donut that\u2019s sure to delight anyone at your table. Similar to most donuts, these treats are brimming with sugar<\/a> and fat, and they\u2019re often deep-fried too.<\/p>\n However, you can always switch things up and maintain the same delightful flavor by baking your donuts instead. These whole-wheat jelly-filled donuts are a fantastic alternative to the regular Sufganiyot recipe if you\u2019re watching your weight. You\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 egg<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bc cup of sugar<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 cup of water<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2 tsp of active yeast<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1 \u00bd tsp of vanilla extract<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 300g of whole wheat flour<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 260g of plain white flour<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 120g of coconut oil<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Half an orange<\/p>\n \u00b7 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Mashed strawberries or raspberries (for the filling)<\/p>\n Mix your flour and salt in a bowl and set it aside, then add your yeast, water, and a teaspoon of sugar to another small bowl. Beat the egg, the rest of the sugar, and your vanilla extract into the yeast mixture, with the zest and juice of your orange.<\/p>\n Add half of your flour mixture, and stir everything together with a fork, gradually pouring in your melted coconut oil. Add the remaining flower mixture and stir the dough until it becomes thick and pliable. Place the whole thing in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover it with plastic wrap, then set it aside to rise until it doubles in size.<\/p>\n Roll your dough to around a quarter inch thickness, and cut rounds using a small circular cutter, then cover again with plastic wrap so they can rise. Preheat your oven, and brush your doughnuts with oil before baking until golden brown. Use a syringe to fill your donuts with your mashed fruits.<\/p>\n Challah is a bread-based dish and a staple Hanukkah food for many families. The dough is usually made with a combination of eggs, water, butter, yeast, and oil. It\u2019s also topped with a range of different delectable treats, from fresh jam to sesame seeds.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/content_images_2022_12_Zinfandel-Braised-Brisket.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nZinfandel-Braised Brisket: A Favorite Hanukkah Food<\/h3>\n
Cauliflower Kugel<\/h3>\n
Baked Sufganiyot (Jelly-Filled Donuts)<\/h3>\n
Whole Wheat Challah<\/h3>\n