Stuffed Potato Balls ( Papas Rellenas )

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Perfectly Crispy Stuffed Potato Balls ( Papas Rellenas )
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs mashed potatoes ( hot )
2 eggs ( lightly beaten )
4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb ground beef
4 tablespoons sofrito sauce
4 tablespoons tomato sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil ( for deep frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
619
Sugar
3g
Fat
34g
Stuffed Potato Balls ( Papas Rellenas ) are a popular snack and appetizer in Latin America, especially in Peru. The combination of mashed potatoes and seasoned ground beef creates a flavorful and filling snack that is perfect for any party or gathering. The seasoned ground beef is mixed with sofrito and tomato sauce, making it a flavorful stuffing for the mashed potatoes that are shaped into balls and deep-fried until golden brown. Served warm, these stuffed potato balls are a must-have in any food lover's recipe collection.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a pan.
2.Add ground beef and sauté until fully cooked.
3.Add sofrito sauce, tomato sauce, dried oregano, and salt. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes.
4.Set aside the beef mixture and let it cool.
5.In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes and eggs.
6.Add cornstarch and mix well.
7.Take a handful of the potato mixture and flatten it out with your hand.
8.Add about 1 tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center and shape the potato mixture around it to form a ball.
9.Repeat until all of the potato mixture and beef mixture are used.
10.Heat the vegetable oil in a deep saucepan until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
11.Fry the stuffed potato balls for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
12.Take out the potato balls, let them cool on a paper towel to remove excess oil, and serve.

PROS

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these stuffed potato balls will be a hit at any gathering or party.

The combination of mashed potatoes and seasoned ground beef is a winner.

They are easy to make and deep-fried, making them a perfect appetizer or snack.

CONS

These potato balls are deep-fried and high in calories and fat.

They are not suitable for those on a low-carbohydrate, low-fat, or calorie-restricted diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mashed potatoes in this recipe are a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and potassium.
Beef in this recipe is an excellent source of protein.
However, this dish is not particularly healthy as it’s deep-fried and high in calories and fat.

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