Name: Perkedel
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Southeast Asia
Ingredients: 900 g / 2 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into pieces; 225 g / 8 oz ground beef or pork; 9 g / 1 1/2 tsp salt, divided; 3 g / 1 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, divided; 4 g / 1 tsp palm sugar; 1 g / 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg; 30 g / 4 tbsp fried shallots (bawang goreng) or fried scallions; 45 g / 3 scallions, finely chopped; 15 g / 1 stalk Chinese celery, finely chopped; 3 g / 1 tbsp Chinese cilantro, chopped; 5 g / 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 100 g / 2 eggs, lightly beaten; Vegetable oil or coconut oil, for frying

Perkedel

Perkedel Kentang, Indonesian Potato Fritters, Indonesian Meat Patties, Frikadel

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Southeast Asia Main Course Snack Gluten-FreeHigh-Protein

Perkedel are savoury Indonesian potato patties bound with minced beef and aromatic spices. These golden fritters combine mashed potato with fragrant herbs, nutmeg, and white pepper before being coated in egg and deep-fried until crisp. Traditionally served as a side dish or snack, they represent the fusion of Dutch colonial influence and Indonesian spice traditions.

ProteinProtein 8.0g

FatFat 12.0g

CarbsCarbs 20.0g

Above values do not change with any serving size changes you make below

Golden Perkedel: Crispy Indonesian Comfort

Andrew T. 31 Mar 2026

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Mashing the potatoes whilst they are still warm creates the smoothest base, yet patience becomes your greatest ally when the shaped patties rest in the refrigerator. This cooling period is not merely a pause; it firms the mixture, ensuring each perkedel holds its integrity when it meets the hot oil.

The beauty of these Indonesian fritters lies in their aromatic complexity. Fragrant Chinese celery and coriander mingle with the sweetness of palm sugar and the warmth of freshly grated nutmeg, creating a scent that fills the kitchen long before the first bite. Fried shallots and fresh spring onions provide savoury crunch within the creamy potato interior, whilst the egg coating transforms into a golden shell during frying.

Serve these spiced patties alongside steamed rice and sambal for a satisfying lunch, or enjoy them as a hearty snack straight from the wire rack. They store beautifully once cooked, ready to be reheated for a quick taste of Southeast Asian comfort whenever the craving strikes.