Peruvian Stuffed Potatoes Papa Rellena Recipe

Experience the rich flavors of Peru with this authentic Papa Rellena recipe! These savory stuffed potato croquettes are a beloved national dish, bursting with a delicious filling of seasoned ground beef, olives, hard-boiled eggs, and raisins. A simple yet satisfying main course, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Follow our easy-to-follow instructions and impress your family and friends with this culinary masterpiece from the Andes!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 399.1 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peruvian Stuffed Potatoes Papa Rellena

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How to Make Peruvian Stuffed Potatoes Papa Rellena

  1. Boil Potatoes: Place quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  2. Mash Potatoes: Drain potatoes and let them cool slightly. Mash them thoroughly using a potato masher or ricer.
  3. Prepare Potato Dough: Add the egg to the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined and smooth. Set aside.
  4. Sauté Filling Ingredients: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened and golden (about 5 minutes).
  5. Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Add Remaining Filling Ingredients: Stir in the diced tomatoes, parsley, cilantro, olives, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and raisins. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Assemble Papa Rellena: Lightly flour your hands. Take a portion of the potato mixture (about 1/2 cup) and flatten it in your palm. Place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center.
  8. Shape and Fry: Fold the potato dough over the filling, pinching the edges to seal completely. Shape into an oval. Repeat with the remaining potato and filling.
  9. Fry Papa Rellena: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the papa rellena in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
  10. Serve: Remove papa rellena from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with white rice and a side of your favorite Peruvian sauce (onion creole sauce is recommended).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

29g

Carbs

10g

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