Maakouda
Moroccan

Maakouda

Golden patties made from spiced mashed potatoes, fried until crispy and served hot.

Easy40 min

Where it comes from

Maakouda is a popular street food in Casablanca, often enjoyed as a snack or a side dish during Ramadan.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Boil potatoes until soft and mash.

  2. 2

    Mix in eggs, cumin, paprika, and garlic.

  3. 3

    Form into patties and dust with flour.

  4. 4

    Heat oil in a pan and fry patties until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro.

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