American Caviar with Crispy Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes

Ingredients

• 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

Instructions

1. 1

   Using largest holes on box grater, shred potatoes into large bowl.

2. 2

   Mix in egg and next 4 ingredients.

3. 3

   Transfer potato mixture to strainer set over same bowl.

4. 4

   Add enough oil to heavy medium skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch.

5. 5

   Heat oil over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   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.

7. 7

   Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

8. 8

   Transfer pancakes to paper towels to drain.

9. 9

   Top pancakes with crème fraîche, red onion, and caviar; serve. *Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.