Mokoenya Mashed Potato Cakes

Mokoenya Mashed Potato Cakes are a popular dish in Lesotho, made from mashed potatoes and a few simple ingredients. They are easy to make and can be served as a delicious side dish or a snack.

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Mokoenya Mashed Potato Cakes

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, then drain and mash them.
  2. Stir in the milk, butter, cheese, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mashed potatoes into small cakes, then dip each cake into the beaten eggs and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, then fry the potato cakes until golden brown on both sides.
  5. Remove the potato cakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve the Mokoenya Mashed Potato Cakes hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula

Tools

Potato masher Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mokoenya Mashed Potato Cakes with a side of fresh salad and a dollop of sour cream.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or cayenne pepper to the mashed potatoes before shaping them into cakes.

Cost

$8