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title: Maakouda (Potato Fritters)
servings: 4
prep time: 20 minutes
cook time: 20 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/maakouda
---

Gather @potato{800%g}, @ground cumin{1.5%tsp}, @ground turmeric{0.5%tsp}, @fresh cilantro{3%tbsp}, @fresh parsley{3%tbsp}, @all-purpose flour{60%g} and @vegetable oil{500%ml}.

Boil the potatoes in their skins until tender, about 20 minutes, then peel while warm and mash until smooth. ~{20%minutes}

Work in the @garlic{3%clove}, cumin, turmeric, herbs, one @egg{2} and a good pinch of @salt{}; let the mixture cool until it holds its shape.

With damp hands, form 12 thick patties the size of your palm.

Dust each patty in flour, dip in beaten egg, and lower into 175°C oil.

Fry in batches until deep golden, about 3 minutes per side, and drain on a rack. ~{6%minutes}

Serve hot with @lemon{1} wedges — or the Casablanca way, tucked into bread with a swipe of harissa.