Croatian-style Ragda Pattice

Ingredients

In this Croatian adaptation of Ragda Pattice, we incorporate Croatian herbs and spices to infuse the dish with local flavors. The traditional Indian spices are replaced with Croatian counterparts, such as paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Additionally, we use Croatian ingredients like local potatoes and tomatoes to enhance the dish's authenticity in the Croatian cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Ragda pattice, so you can check it out.

• For the potato patties: For the potato patties:
• 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, boiled and mashed 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying) 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• For the spiced chickpea curry (ragda): For the spiced chickpea curry (ragda):
• 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight and cooked until tender 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight and cooked until tender
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• For garnish: For garnish:
• Fresh cilantro, chopped Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lemon wedges Lemon wedges

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 8g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 10g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Shape the potato mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
3. 3.
   Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the potato patties in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. 4.
   In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
5. 5.
   Add the chopped tomatoes, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, cumin powder, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften.
6. 6.
   Add the cooked chickpeas to the pan and mix well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. 7.
   Serve the potato patties on a plate and top them with the spiced chickpea curry (ragda). Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to boil the potatoes until they are fork-tender for easy mashing.
• Chickpeas — Soak the dried chickpeas overnight and cook them until they are tender before using in the recipe.
• Paprika — Use Croatian paprika for an authentic Croatian flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crispiness, refrigerate the shaped potato patties for 15 minutes before frying.
• Serve the ragda pattice with a side of Croatian ajvar (red pepper spread) for an additional burst of flavor.
• If you prefer a spicier curry, add a pinch of Croatian chili flakes to the ragda.

Serving advice

Serve the Croatian-style Ragda Pattice hot as a main course. Accompany it with a side of fresh salad or Croatian bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the golden brown potato patties on a plate and spoon the spiced chickpea curry (ragda) over them. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for a tangy touch.