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Crispy Tunisian Potato Turnovers Recipe: A Savory Snack Delight

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Ingredients

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1 lb russet potato peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
1 onion peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons minced parsley
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon drained capers rinsed and coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 large egg separated
12 egg roll wraps (6-inch squares)
vegetable oil for frying

Nutritional information

35.9
Calories
4 g
Calories From Fat
0.5 g
Total Fat
0.1 g
Saturated Fat
5.1 mg
Cholesterol
101.8mg
Sodium
6.6 g
Carbs
0.4 g
Dietary Fiber
0.2 g
Sugars
1.1 g
Protein
21g
Serving Size (g)
48
Serving Size

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Crispy Tunisian Potato Turnovers Recipe: A Savory Snack Delight

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      For Hanukkah, it is traditional to eat oil-rich foods in honor of the miracle of the Temple lamp. This mashed potato-filled pastry is easy to put together using egg roll wrappers. Adapted from a recipe in Joyce Goldstein's cookbook, Saffron Shores.

      • 80 min
      • Serves 48
      • Easy

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      Tunisian Potato Turnovers,For Hanukkah, it is traditional to eat oil-rich foods in honor of the miracle of the Temple lamp. This mashed potato-filled pastry is easy to put together using egg roll wrappers. Adapted from a recipe in Joyce Goldstein’s cookbook, Saffron Shores.,For Hanukkah, it is traditional to eat oil-rich foods in honor of the miracle of the Temple lamp. This mashed potato-filled pastry is easy to put together using egg roll wrappers. Adapted from a recipe in Joyce Goldstein’s cookbook, Saffron Shores.


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      Steps

      1
      Done

      Boil Potatoes in Salted Water Until They Mash Easily, About 15 Minutes.

      2
      Done

      Drain and Mash With Potato Masher Until Smooth.

      3
      Done

      in Small Frying Pan Over Medium Heat, Stir Onion and Garlic in Oil Until Onion Is Very Limp, About 10 Minutes.

      4
      Done

      Cook Slowly--Reduce Heat If It Starts to Brown.

      5
      Done

      When Onions Are Soft, Stir in Potatoes, Parsley, Cilantro, Capers, Salt and Pepper.

      6
      Done

      in a Small Bowl, Beat Egg Yolk to Blend; Add to Potato Mixture and Mix Well.

      7
      Done

      in Another Small Bowl, Beat Egg White to Blend.

      8
      Done

      Cut Egg Egg Roll Wrapper Into Four Squares (keep Covered With Plastic Wrap Until Ready to Use or It Will Dry Out).

      9
      Done

      Place About 1 1/2 Teaspoons Potato Mixture in the Center of Each Square.

      10
      Done

      Brush Edges Lightly With Egg White.

      11
      Done

      Fold Each Square Diagionally Over Filling to Form a Triangle; Pinch Edges to Seal.

      12
      Done

      Pour 2 Inches of Oil Into a Heavy 5-Quart Pan Over Medium Heat.

      13
      Done

      When Oil Reaches 375 Degrees F, Using a Slotted Spoon or a Mesh Basket and Working in Batches of 6 to 12 (cook Only What Will Fit Easily in One Layer) Lower Pastries Into Oil.

      14
      Done

      Fry Until Golden Brown, Turning Once, 3 to 5 Minutes Total.

      15
      Done

      Transfer to Paper Towel-Lined Baking Sheets to a 200 Degree F Oven and Keep Warm Up to 30 Minutes.

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