AMERICAN CAVIAR WITH CRISPY YUKON GOLD POTATO PANCAKES

American Caviar with Crispy Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes image

Provided by Bruce Aidells

Yield Makes about 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
1 large egg
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup crème fraîche*
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 ounces American sturgeon caviar

Steps:

Using largest holes on box grater, shred potatoes into large bowl. Mix in egg and next 4 ingredients. Transfer potato mixture to strainer set over same bowl.
Add enough oil to heavy medium skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch. Heat oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls into hot oil, flattening with back of spoon to form 2- to 3-inch-diameter 1/4-inch-thick pancakes. Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer pancakes to paper towels to drain.
Top pancakes with crème fraîche, red onion, and caviar; serve.
*Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.