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Trip to Morocco: Maakouda Recipe
Published : 07/20/2021
Categories : Recipes , Taste Journey
This week we are in Moroccan!
We couldn't be talking about Morocco without sharing with you the recipe for “Moroccan falafel” - Maakouda!
Note: If you want to know more facts about this country and its gastronomy, don't miss our other complimentary article dedicated to this African treasure.
Maakouda, also known as Maaqouda, Maqouda, or Makouda are fried cakes made of mashed potatoes, flour, and herbs, traditional not only in Morocco but also in other countries in North Africa such as Algeria and Tunisia. There is not much information about the history of this dish, but it is thought to have Jewish influences.
This food, although consumed more during the month of Ramadan, is typically street food, as it is quick and convenient to eat as an aperitif or snack. However, it is also possible to serve a side dish.
It's an excellent way to enjoy leftover potatoes and its contrast between the soft interior and the crunchy exterior is a delight for anyone.
It's time to get your hands dirty!
Total time needed: 10 min. to prepare + 12 min. for cook
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 500g mashed potato
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 cloves of garlic crushed
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ⅛ tsp each salt and pepper
- 70g plain flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation:
- If you don't have the mashed potatoes ready, boil the potatoes in salted water and then smash them.
- Put the mashed potatoes in a medium bowl. Stir in the egg, garlic, parsley, turmeric, cumin, salt and pepper and mix well.
- Place the flour into a small bowl. Shape heaped tablespoonfuls of the potato mixture into balls, then flatten slightly.
- Dip each ball into the flour and toss to coat. Set aside and repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 180ºC, then add a few potato cakes at a time and fry until golden (approx 3-4 minutes). Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate with kitchen paper to drain. Repeat until all the potato cakes are cooked.
- Although this recipe is traditionally fried, if you prefer, you can use the oven as an alternative. Simply place the potato cakes at 200ºC for +/- 25 minutes or until they are crisp and golden.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish. Traditionally it is served in French bread or baguette, with lettuce, tomato and spicy tomato sauce.
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