Llapingachos (Ecuadorean Potato Pancakes With Cheese Sauce)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3
Llapingachos - Traditional Ecuadorean Potato Pancakes with Cheese Sauce
in Appetizer

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 kg potato
1/2 teaspoon ground annatto seed or 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 medium onion , very finely chopped or grated
120 g shredded mozzarella cheese
salt
vegetable oil ( for frying )
100 ml red onions , finely chopped
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
500 g cream cheese
200 ml milk
1 ripe peeled tomatoes
2 hardboiled egg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
428
Sugar
6g
Fat
27g
Llapingachos are a traditional appetizer from Ecuador, made with smooth, buttery mashed potatoes mixed with mozzarella cheese and onions. These potato pancakes are then fried until crispy brown, and served with creamy spicy cheese sauce and a garnish of boiled eggs. Llapingachos are simple, inexpensive, and filling, making them a perfect appetizer for a cozy night in or served as part of a full spread for a party.

Instructions

1.Peel and chop potatoes into large chunks. Boil the potatoes until soft.
2.Add the annatto seed or turmeric to the potato water and let it cook for 1 minute.
3.Drain potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or food processor until smooth.
4.In a separate bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, onion, shredded mozzarella cheese, and salt until well combined.
5.Form small, evenly sized balls of potato mixture.
6.Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan. Fry each potato ball until golden brown and crispy.
7.For cheese sauce, blend the red onions, salt, lemon juice, sugar, cream cheese, milk, and peeled tomatoes in a blender until well combined.
8.Serve hot Llapingachos with cheese sauce and garnish with hardboiled egg.

PROS

Llapingachos are a perfectly crisp and crunchy appetizer that goes well with tangy cheese sauce.
It’s an excellent opportunity to try something new and exciting.

CONS

These potato pancakes have a fair amount of carbs and calories as they are deep-fried.
However, it’s a perfect indulgence from time to time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Llapingachos are packed with carbs and fats, they are also high in protein from the cheese sauce. Also, potatoes are known to be a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium, making them a good choice for a balanced diet.

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