Salt beef and latkes are perfect partners – so this twist on the classic with spicier pastrami is nothing short of sensational
December 17, 2025 14:39
For the latkes:
4 eggs
1 tbsp kosher salt (less if you are using table salt)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
170g (6 oz) sliced pastrami, diced
2 small onions, peeled (230g/ ½ lb)
3 floury potatoes, peeled (2 lb / 1 kg) (Idaho in the US / King Edward or
Maris Piper in the UK)
1 carrot, peeled
15g (¼ cup) plain breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
For the horseradish sauce
240ml (1 cup) non-dairy sour cream
120ml (½ cup) prepared horseradish (more for more heat)
1-2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp kosher salt
Black pepper
10g (¼ cup) chopped chives