Ecuadorian Cheesy Potato Patties (Llapingachos)
Ecuadorian Cheesy Potato Patties (Llapingachos) might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 6 servings with 188 calories, 6g of protein, and 14g of fat each. This recipe covers 7% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. A mixture of potatoes, salt, mozzarella cheese, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so scrumptious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 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.