Perkedel Potato Fritters

Name: Perkedel Potato Fritters
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled, cubed; 4 shallots, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 scallions, finely sliced; 1/4 cup celery leaves (or flat-leaf parsley), finely chopped; 2 large egg, beaten; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp ground white pepper; 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Crispy-edged Indonesian potato patties seasoned with nutmeg, celery, and fried shallots, pan-fried until golden. A beloved Indonesian comfort snack or side dish.

55 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

IndonesianAppetizerStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleDairy-FreeShellfish-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled, cubed
4 shallots, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 scallions, finely sliced
1/4 cup celery leaves (or flat-leaf parsley), finely chopped
2 large egg, beaten
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground white pepper
1/3 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Boil 2 lbs peeled, cubed russet potatoes in salted water until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash thoroughly until smooth.
2

In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry 4 thinly sliced shallots and 2 minced garlic cloves until golden and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and add to the mashed potatoes, reserving the cooking oil.
3

Add 4 finely sliced scallions, 1/4 cup finely chopped celery leaves (or flat-leaf parsley), 2 beaten large egg, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground white pepper to the potatoes. Mix well until fully combined.
4

Shape the mixture into oval patties about 1/2-inch thick (roughly golf-ball size).
5

Heat the remaining 1/3 cup vegetable oil in the pan over medium heat. Fry the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until deep golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
6

Serve warm.

Questions

How long does Perkedel Potato Fritters keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Perkedel Potato Fritters?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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