Maacouda bi Batata

1. 1

   Boil the potatoes in salted water, then drain and mash them.

2. 2

   Fry the onion in 2 tablespoons of the oil till soft and golden, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Beat the eggs into the potatoes, then stir in the fried onion and the parsley, and season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Heat the remaining oil in a preferably nonstick skillet and pour in the potato mixture.

5. 5

   Cook, covered, over low heat until the bottom sets.

6. 6

   Then put under the broiler to cook the top until firm and lightly colored.

7. 7

   Serve hot or cold.

8. 8

   For a Persian version, kuku-ye sibzamini, use 6 chopped scallions or a bunch of chives instead of the fried onions.

9. 9

   For a potato ojja, fry the onion till golden, add 4 peeled and chopped tomatoes and the thinly sliced potatoes, and cook until the potatoes are soft.

10. 10

    Then stir in the lightly beaten eggs and cook until set.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.