Crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, Perkedel (Indonesian Potato Fritters) is a classic comfort food that's a must-try for lovers of global cuisine. Made from creamy mashed potatoes, aromatic shallots and garlic, a touch of nutmeg, and a dash of white pepper, these fritters are elevated with savory ground beef and fresh celery leaves for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly golden from pan-frying, these fritters are a versatile addition to any meal—serve them as a side dish, snack, or appetizer that will disappear in moments! Easy to prepare and packed with authentic Indonesian flavors, this recipe is a delightful introduction to Southeast Asian cooking.
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Peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
Mash the potatoes until smooth and set aside.
In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat and sauté the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Finely chop the shallots and garlic. Add them to the mashed potatoes along with the sautéed ground beef.
Mix in the ground nutmeg, white pepper, chopped celery leaves, egg, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is evenly seasoned.
With your hands, shape the mixture into small, round patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Fry the patties, a few at a time, until they are golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Once fried, remove the perkedel from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve warm as a side dish or snack.
Serving size | (952.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2387.3 |
Total Fat 202.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 35.0g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 113.6g | |
Cholesterol 255.0mg | 0% |
Sodium 2568.4mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 124.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 13.5g | |
Protein 38.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 47.2IU | 0% |
Calcium 169.9mg | 0% |
Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
Potassium 3289.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories