Batata Champ (Potato Chops)
It is Also known as Katlesi in Swahili. These mince stuffed potato cutlets are my go-to recipe especially in Ramadhan. Our family are all fans of potatos, and these are the easiest and yummiest combination of keema and potatoes.
Ingredients
- 1/2 kilogram minced beef OR lamb
- 1 bunch of spring onions OR 2 medium sized onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2-3 green chillies, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon mint sauce
- 6 stalks of coriander leaves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/2 kilogram ready mashed potatoes
- 2 eggs, whisked
- Golden breadcrumbs or semolina
- oil for frying
- 1/2 teaspoon for frying 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Dry cook the minced meat with garlic, ginger and 1 teaspoon salt until all the water evaporates, breaking any lumps as they form
- Remove from heat. Add the garam masala, chillies and mint
- When cool, add the onions and coriander
- Add to the mashed potatoes salt to taste and chilli powder (optional)
- Divide the mash into 12 equal portions
- Take each portion and flatten on palm of hand into 5 inch circles
- Place 2 dessertspoons of the prepared minced meat into the centre and fold over with the mash to completely cover the mince, forming a nice round shape. Oil palm of hand, if necessary, to prevent the mash from sticking
- Coat with breadcrumbs or semolina, dip into the whisked egg and deep fry in hot oil until golden
- Drain onto kitchen paper 10 Serve with lemon wedges, tomato sauce or salad