"Interestingly, the Hanukkah miracle highlights olive oil, which originated in the eastern Mediterranean, and not potatoes. They were unknown in the Holy Land until long after the discovery of the New World. Making potato latkes for Hanukkah became popular through the influence of European Jews. Fortunately, we can create delicious, healthier Hanukkah celebrations by emphasizing Mediterranean specialties, such as stews featuring pulses and vegetables. Even potatoes can be enjoyed guilt-free when roasted or prepared as lighter latkes."
"This Hanukkah, we plan to make potato and leek latkes with sun-dried tomato tapenade and harissa roasted potatoes. We will also prepare Southern Italian giambotta, a hearty vegetable medley with chickpeas and potatoes; and Sicilian caponata, a sweet-and-sour eggplant dish in an olive-caper sauce. Vegan Potato Latkes with Leeks These creamy-textured latkes are made from mashed potatoes with sauteed leeks and dill. Serve them with dill-flavored yogurt or a fruit puree."
Hanukkah menus often center on fried foods like potato latkes, leading to excess frying, high carbohydrates, and heavy toppings such as sour cream. The Hanukkah miracle historically emphasizes olive oil from the eastern Mediterranean; potatoes arrived in the region only after the New World discoveries and latkes became widespread through European Jewish influence. Healthier Hanukkah meals can highlight Mediterranean specialties using olive oil, pulses, vegetables, and lighter potato preparations. Suggested dishes include vegan potato-and-leek latkes served with dill yogurt, harissa roasted potatoes, Southern Italian giambotta with chickpeas, and Sicilian caponata with eggplant, olives, and capers.
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