Cuban Papa Rellenas

Elaboració

1. 01
   Pas 1Boil the potatoes

   Peel your potatoes and boil until fork tender.

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2. 02
   Pas 2Mash and season

   Pass the boiled potatoes through a ricer (or optionally you can just mash them down with whatever you got) and add some butter, a splash of milk, and some salt.

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3. 03
   Pas 3Cool the potatoes

   Let your potatoes cool to room temp.

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4. 04
   Pas 4Form and fill

   Form mashed potatoes into a ball, flatten, and then put a tablespoon of your picadillo on top. Put another piece of flattened potato on top and form into one big ball.

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5. 05
   Pas 5Coat the balls

   Pass through plain flour, beaten egg, and seasoned breadcrumbs.

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6. 06
   Pas 6Freeze before frying30 min

   Freeze for about 30 minutes before frying.

   Nota

   This step is important to help the balls hold their shape during frying.

7. 07
   Pas 7Fry until golden

   Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy.

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