Ecuadorian Cheesy Potato Patties (Llapingachos)
Ecuadorian Cheesy Potato Patties (Llapingachos) is a vegetarian hor d'oeuvre. This recipe serves 40. One serving contains 30 calories, 1g of protein, and 2g of fat. A mixture of potatoes, mozzarella cheese, onion, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 40 minutes.
Instructions
Bring 2 quarts water to boil in large saucepan.
Add potatoes and salt. Cook 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain.
Place in large bowl; mash until smooth.
Heat 2 Tbsp. of the oil in medium skillet on medium heat.
Add onions and 1 tsp. of the paprika; cook and stir until onions are tender. Stir into the mashed potatoes; cool. Stir in cheese. Shape evenly into 6 (1-inch-thick) patties.
Mix remaining 2 Tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. paprika until well blended.
Heat large nonstick skillet, griddle or cast iron skillet on medium heat.
Brush a little of the oil mixture onto bottom of pan.
Add patties; cook 3 minutes or until bottom is crisp and golden brown.
Brush tops of patties with remaining oil mixture; turn over. Cook an additional 3 minutes or until crisp and golden brown on both sides.
Serve each patty topped with 2 Tbsp. of the Peanut Sauce.