Two Pepper Potato Cakes

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Two Pepper Potato Cakes
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This recipe hails from Algeria, where it is a popular appetizer.  Note the use of paprika here -- it was introduced form Hungary via Spain.

Ingredients


  • 2 pounds mashed potato
  • 1 tablespoon hot paprika pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
  • 3 eggs
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying


Instructions


In a large bowl, mix the potato with the spices, cilantro eggs and seasoning.  With floured hands, form the mixture into round flat cakes.  Cover and chill for 30 minutes.  Heat a shallow layer of oil in a frying pan, add the cakes in batcheds and fry until crisp and brown on both sides.  Transfer to paper towels to drain.  Serve Hot
Servings
4 to 6
Servings
4 to 6
Two Pepper Potato Cakes
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Rating: 0
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Rate this recipe!
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This recipe hails from Algeria, where it is a popular appetizer.  Note the use of paprika here -- it was introduced form Hungary via Spain.

Ingredients


  • 2 pounds mashed potato
  • 1 tablespoon hot paprika pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
  • 3 eggs
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying


Instructions


In a large bowl, mix the potato with the spices, cilantro eggs and seasoning.  With floured hands, form the mixture into round flat cakes.  Cover and chill for 30 minutes.  Heat a shallow layer of oil in a frying pan, add the cakes in batcheds and fry until crisp and brown on both sides.  Transfer to paper towels to drain.  Serve Hot
Servings
4 to 6
Servings
4 to 6
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