Maaqouda

Method5 steps · about 50 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potatoes (2 lb) with their skin for at least 30 minutes or until tender.

   Cook potatoes · 30 minUses 2 lb potatoes · Salt

2. 2

   Step 2: Peel and mash the cooked potatoes. Mix in the breadcrumbs (4 tablespoons), garlic powder (½ teaspoon), onion powder (½ teaspoon), cumin (½ teaspoon), turmeric (½ teaspoon), parsley (3 tablespoons), beaten eggs (2), salt and pepper. If the mixture is too soft to shape, add a little more breadcrumbs.

   Uses cooked potatoes · 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs · ½ teaspoon garlic powder · ½ teaspoon onion powder · ½ teaspoon cumin · ½ teaspoon turmeric · 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley · 2 eggs (beaten)

3. 3

   Step 3: Shape 2-inch (5 cm) diameter patties.

   Uses seasoned potato mixture

4. 4

   Step 4: In a large saucepan, heat enough oil for deep frying to 350F (175˚C).

   Uses Oil for frying

5. 5

   Step 5: Drench maaqouda in flour to cover both sides. Remove excess flour and deep fry on one side, then the other. Drain on paper towels and serve with freshly squeezed lemon.

   Uses potato patties · Flour (for coating) · hot frying oil · Lemon juice (freshly squeezed, for serving)