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Koo Koo Ca Choo Recipe

Koo Koo Ca Choo Recipe

Koo Koo Ca Choo is a traditional Asian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. Originating in China. It's the perfect accompaniment to salads or as a side dish with any meal! It's also a great way to spice up a boring dinner. Koo Koo Ca Choo has seen many variations over the years, with different ingredients being added or taken away depending on what is available to the cook. However, one thing remains constant - the flavors of this dish are always robust and delicious!
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Koo Koo Ca Choo Recipe
Servings: 1 people
Calories: 122kcal
Author: Lori Walker, RD & Recipe Developer

Equipment

  • large frying pan
  • Bowl

Ingredients

  • Grapeseed or Olive oil for frying
  • 2 large shallots diced finely
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped finely
  • 500 g mushrooms cut into cubes
  • 6 tsp olive oil
  • 6 tsp butter
  • 1 egg
  • 4 tbsp potato starch
  • 2 large potatoes grated
  • 1 small onion grated
  • Gruyère cheese as desired
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Salad leaves to garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large frying pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced shallots and garlic and fry until lightly golden brown. Then, add in the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 6-7 minutes or until most of the moisture has evaporated.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the fried shallots and garlic, mushrooms, olive oil, butter, egg, potato starch, grated potatoes, and onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix all of the ingredients together until evenly combined.
  • Divided the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Place the patties on a plate lined with parchment paper. Top each patty with some grated Gruyère cheese.
  • Heat some oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add in the patties and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve your Koo Koo Ca Choo with a simple salad of lettuce leaves and your favorite dressing.

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Notes

  • To make sure your Koo Koo Ca Choo is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, it's important to fry them over medium heat.
  • If you want to add more flavor to your dish, try adding some smoked paprika or chili powder.
  • Make sure to season each layer of ingredients with salt and pepper to ensure that your dish has the perfect balance of flavors.
  • If you're feeling adventurous, try adding in some chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley to give the dish an extra boost of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal
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