Morrocan Potato Cakes- Maakouda Batata

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 16
How to make Morrocan Potato Cakes- Maakouda Batata
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

5 medium potatoes
1 small onion , finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon butter
3 -4 garlic cloves , pressed
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper ( to taste )
1 teaspoon turmeric ( optional )
1/4 cup cilantro , chopped
2 eggs , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
385
Sugar
3g
Fat
21g
Morrocan Potato Cakes or Maakouda Batata are a popular and traditional Moroccan snack or side dish made with potatoes, spices, herbs, and eggs. These tasty potato cakes are typically served hot as a snack with some harissa sauce or as a side dish. They're commonly served at weddings, parties, and other special events. Maakouda Batata originated from Jewish Moroccan cuisine and has since been adopted by the broader Moroccan population.

Instructions

1.Boil the potatoes until fully cooked.
2.Mash the potatoes and add butter while they're still hot.
3.Add the chopped onion, pressed garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, turmeric (optional), and chopped cilantro, and mix well.
4.Shape the mixture into small patties(around 2 inch) disks.
5.Dip each patty in beaten eggs.
6.Fry each patty on both sides until golden brown.

PROS

Morrocan Potato Cakes- Maakouda Batata are deliciously spiced and crispy on the outside with soft texture inside.

They make a great side dish for any meal, snack or breakfast as well as perfect for vegetarian and budget-friendly meals.

CONS

Frying the patties makes the meal high in fat and calories, which may not be ideal for weight watchers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The potatoes in this recipe are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Additionally, Cumin used in the recipe has been linked to digestive health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties.

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