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Maaqouda (Moroccan Potato Cakes)

Maaqouda (Moroccan Potato Cakes)

Popular street food and a beloved snack, Maaqouda are crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside potato cakes. Mashed potatoes are seasoned with a simple blend of cumin, paprika, garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. Shaped into patties or balls, they are dipped in egg and then fried until golden brown. They are often served as part of a fried fish sandwich or as a starter with bread

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 25
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 kg potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Flour or breadcrumbs (optional, for coating)

Popular street food and a beloved snack, Maaqouda are crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside potato cakes. Mashed potatoes are seasoned with a simple blend of cumin, paprika, garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. Shaped into patties or balls, they are dipped in egg and then fried until golden brown. They are often served as part of a fried fish sandwich or as a starter with bread and spicy harissa.

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