Butternut Squash Latkes and Gravlax

By: Coach Crystal Nelson

 

I tried a very Non-Paleo dish at Austin's own The Steeping Room that was Gravlax and Latkes.  Absolutely delicious!!  I started to think about how I could make this into a healthy version.  This is my plan for this weekend and I thought I would share it with all of you first. 

The Gravlax and Latkes dish at The Steeping Room was Fried Latkes (potatoes basically) topped with a dollop of sour cream which was topped with tea cured salmon and, finally, topped with a berry concoction.  It was truly delightful with a little bit of crunch, saltiness, creaminess, and sweetness.  However, I think this version could be KILLER!

Butternut Squash Latkes Topped with Smoked Salmon and Unsweetened Applesauce

Latkes (From Elana's Pantry)

4 cups butternut squash, peeled and grated
1 small onion, peeled and grated
3 eggs, whisked
grapeseed oil, for frying

1. In a large bowl make latke batter by mixing together squash, onion and eggs
2. Use your hands to form batter into 3 inch patties
3. In a large skillet, heat oil
4. Fry patties on each side over medium heat until golden brown and crispy
5. Remove latkes from pan and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil
6. Repeat Steps 2-4 until batter is used up

Finish by topping with a small slice of smoked salmon, or if you can find it or make it, tea cured salmon.

 

Add a small spoonful of unsweetened applesauce.  I think you could also do a berry mixture if you heated up raspberries and blackberries together and served on top.

 

It is a beautiful and tasty dish!  Sure to impress!