Moroccan Street Potato Cakes

Moroccan street potato cakes, also known as Maakouda, are a popular street food in Morocco. They are often enjoyed with a side of harissa sauce.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Moroccan Street Potato Cakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Any, Appetizer, Street Food Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. Peel and grate the potatoes. Squeeze out any excess moisture.
2. Finely chop the onion, garlic, and cilantro.
3. In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes, chopped onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, paprika, and salt.
4. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Take a spoonful of the potato mixture and shape it into a flat round cake. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
6. Fry the potato cakes in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
7. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
8. Serve hot as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.