Peruvian Papa Rellena Breakfast Bites (Dairy & Nut Free)

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Potatoes
• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Olives
• 1/4 cup Raisins
• 2 large Hard Boiled Eggs
• 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Cheese Shreds
• 3 cups Vegetable Oil
• 1 tablespoon Aji Panca Paste
• 1/2 cup Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Place the 2 pounds of Potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth. Set aside to cool completely.
2. 2While the potatoes are cooling, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1/2 medium Onion, chopped, and 2 cloves Garlic, minced, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the 1 pound of Ground Beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
3. 3Stir the 1 tablespoon of Aji Panca Paste, 1/2 cup Olives, chopped, 1/4 cup Raisins, 2 large Hard Boiled Eggs, chopped, and 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Cheese Shreds into the ground beef mixture. Season with 1/2 teaspoon Salt and 1/4 teaspoon Pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring to combine. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
4. 4Take about 1/4 cup of the cooled mashed potato and flatten it into a disc in the palm of your hand. Place about 1 tablespoon of the ground beef filling in the center of the potato disc. Carefully fold the potato around the filling, shaping it into an oval or round ball. Repeat with the remaining potato and filling.
5. 5Place the 1/2 cup Flour in a shallow dish. Gently roll each shaped potato ball in the flour to coat evenly.
6. 6Heat the 3 cups of Vegetable Oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
7. 7Carefully place 3-4 floured papa rellenas into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried papa rellenas from the oil.
8. 8Place the fried papa rellenas on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining papa rellenas. Serve hot.

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