Kookoo Sibzamini
A classic Persian snack made from grated potatoes and eggs, seasoned with turmeric and fried until golden and crisp. These savory patties are simple to prepare and can be enjoyed hot or at room temperature.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 317 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 3 pcspotato, peeled and grated
- 1 pcsyellow onion, grated
- 4 pcslarge egg
- 1 tspturmeric powder
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, ground
- 4 tbspvegetable oil, for frying
garnish
- 2 tbspparsley, finely chopped(optional)
Equipment
paper towels · large bowl · spatula · non-stick skillet · box grater
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the grated potato and grated yellow onion in a large bowl.
About 5 min
- 2
Using your hands or a clean kitchen towel, squeeze as much liquid as possible from the grated mixture and discard the liquid.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Removing excess moisture is crucial for achieving crispy patties.
- 3
Return the dry potato and onion mixture to the bowl and add the large eggs, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.
About 1 min
- 4
Mix all ingredients together until thoroughly combined into a uniform batter.
About 1 min
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when a small drop of batter is added.
- 6
Spoon portions of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them gently with the back of a spoon to form round patties. Do not overcrowd the pan.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Work in batches if necessary to ensure the patties cook evenly.
- 7
Fry for 5-7 minutes on the first side, until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
About 7 min
- 8
Carefully flip the patties and cook for another 5-6 minutes on the second side until fully cooked and golden brown.
About 6 min
- 9
Remove the kookoo from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
About 1 min
- 10
Garnish with the optional fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 317.1kcal
- Protein
- 9.6g
- Carbs
- 26.2g
- Fat
- 19.7g
- Fibre
- 3.8g
- Sugar
- 3.2g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a dry skillet over medium heat or in an oven at 175°C (350°F) until crisp.
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