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Known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire and the miracle of one night’s worth of oil keeping the ancient Temple’s menorah lit for eight days and nights. It is celebrated each year with long-established rituals and delicious fried foods.
Follow our guide to learn more about Hanukkah recipes, traditions, and how to create a feast fit for the Festival of Lights.
Timeless TraditionsPlaying with a dreidel is another festive Hanukkah tradition. These four-sided spinning tops are marked with letters of the Hebrew alphabet expressing the phrase “Nes Gadol Hayah Sham” or “a great miracle happened there.” Players win chocolate coins, also known as Hanukkah gelt, depending on which Hebrew letter the dreidel lands on. No matter who wins, dreidel is a fun activity during Hanukkah celebrations.
For the Love of Latkes
Latkes—or fried potato pancakes—are a Hanukkah staple. Symbolizing the miracle of the long-lasting oil, this fried favorite has an oily texture that’s delicious paired with applesauce, sour cream or any kosher dip. Pan or oven-fry latkes, making sure they come out crispy, crunchy and golden brown. Though potato latkes are most popular, you can use a range of vegetables! Consider trying one or a combination of these vegetables for your own latkes:
Try making latkes at home today with our Classic Latke or Sweet Potato Latke recipes. For a delicious latke alternative, try our Smoked Salmon Croquettes with Horseradish Scallion Dip recipe. Croquettes, a close cousin to latkes, are satisfyingly crispy, easy to make and fun to eat!
The Main Event
When looking for what to cook during Hanukkah, brisket and lamb are go-to recipes. Pair melt-in-your-mouth brisket or lamb with roasted onions and carrots. For a stunning Mediterranean-inspired centerpiece, follow our Cider-Harissa Glazed Roasted Lamb Racks with Mediterranean Quinoa recipe. Or, keep the spotlight on the oil with heart-healthy, oily salmon. It adapts to countless flavor profiles and makes a light, tasty option. Whatever enticing entrée graces your Hanukkah table, be sure to complement it with a glass of Manischewitz, the most popular sweet kosher wine!
Heavenly Hanukkah Desserts
Sufganiyot — Israeli jelly-filled donuts — are fried in oil and have various sweet fillings and jelly flavors, making them a drool-worthy way to commemorate the Hanukkah miracle.
Rugelach — a traditional Eastern European dessert — is a more classic dessert that Jewish people have enjoyed for generations! Try our Cranberry-Walnut Rugelach recipe that wraps flaky dough around cranberries and walnuts for the perfect sweet ending to your holiday celebration.
Find everything you need for your Hanukkah dinner.