This recipe makes approximately 12 latkes (6 servings).

Salmon Ingredients:

  • 1 16 oz. salmon filet
  • 2 tsp. chipotle paste
  • Juice of ½ a fresh lime
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Season fish with kosher salt and pepper.
  2. Combine lime juice and chipotle paste and spread evenly over salmon filet.
  3. Cook in a hot smoker until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Set aside.

Latke Ingredients:

  • 16 oz. grated sweet potato
  • ¼ cup grated onion
  • ¼ cup grated carrot
  • 2 tbsp. chopped scallion
  • 2 whole eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 3 tbsp. matzo meal
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions:

  1. Thoroughly combine all ingredients.
  2. Heat oil to 350 degrees.
  3. Fry 1 ½ - 2 oz. portions in oil. Cook 2-3 minute then turn over. Continue cooking until golden brown.
  4. Remove to a paper towel when done.

Bourbon-Molasses Drizzle Ingredients

  • 5 oz. corn syrup
  • 2 oz. molasses
  • 2 tbsp. high quality bourbon
  • 4 oz. orange marmalade

Directions:

  1. Thoroughly combine all ingredients.
  2. In a saucepan, bring to a simmer and set aside.

To Assemble:

  1. Place the latke on a warm serving platter.
  2. Break apart the salmon into small pieces and place on top of the latke.
  3. With a teaspoon, drizzle the bourbon-molasses sauce over it.
  4. Garnish with a fresh herb sprig.

Bon Apetit!