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Colombian Papas Rellenas

Delicious Colombian Papas Rellenas: Comfort Food at Home

Explore the delightful essence of Colombian papas rellenas, a savory and creamy stuffed potato dish that's perfect for comfort food lovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Colombian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes or Idaho/Yukon Gold as substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For the Beef Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground chicken/turkey for variation
  • 2 stalks Scallions or green onions
  • 2 medium Campari Tomatoes or cherry/grape tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or coriander as alternative
  • 1 packet Sazon or paprika/garlic powder if out
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Flour gluten-free options available
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or milk/dairy-free alternatives
  • 2 large Eggs or flaxseed/chia seeds as alternatives
  • 1 cup Panko Crumbs optional for extra crunch
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional; cilantro can be used

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • shallow dish
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Colombian Papas Rellenas
  1. Prepare Potatoes: Peel and dice the russet potatoes, boil until tender in salted water for about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  2. Make Filling: Sauté scallions and tomatoes in a skillet with oil for 5 minutes. Add ground beef, cumin, and sazon, cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
  3. Form Balls: Cool the mashed potatoes, divide into portions, flatten, add filling, and form balls ensuring they are well sealed.
  4. Prepare Batter: Whisk heavy cream, flour, eggs, and salt into a smooth mixture and pour into a shallow dish.
  5. Coat and Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Dip potato balls in batter, optionally roll in panko, fry until golden brown (8-10 minutes).

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These papas rellenas can be customized with various fillings and are best served hot after frying. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy meal at home.

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