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Tacu Tacu (Peruvian Rice and Bean Cake) — allergy-safe recipe by Safe Plated

Tacu Tacu (Peruvian Rice and Bean Cake)

A flavorful Peruvian dish made with leftover rice and beans, formed into a crispy cake. Uses gluten-free breadcrumbs to ensure it is safe for gluten and wheat allergies.

20m prep + 30m cook4 servingsSafety: 98/100
WHEAT-free
420 cal|15g protein|60g carbs|15g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Cooked rice
  • 2 cups Cooked beans
  • 0.5 medium Red onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 0.5 cup Gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Aji Amarillo paste
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 cup Salsa criolla

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, cooked beans, chopped red onion, minced garlic, gluten-free breadcrumbs, Aji Amarillo paste, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
  3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Form the rice and bean mixture into cakes. Place the cakes in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. 5Serve the Tacu Tacu with salsa criolla.

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