World Flavors Cookbook

Llapingachos

Name: Llapingachos
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: Ecuador
Ingredients: 1kg starchy potatoes, peeled and boiled 1 cup shredded white cheese (queso fresco) 2 tbsp achiote oil (annatto) 1/2 tsp salt Peanut sauce (salsa de maní) for serving Fried egg and avocado for garnish

Cheesy potato patties flavored with achiote, traditionally served with a peanut sauce.

Cuisine: Ecuador

Ingredients

1kg starchy potatoes, peeled and boiled 1 cup shredded white cheese (queso fresco) 2 tbsp achiote oil (annatto) 1/2 tsp salt Peanut sauce (salsa de maní) for serving Fried egg and avocado for garnish

Instructions

Mash the boiled potatoes while still warm. Mix in the achiote oil and salt. Take small portions of the mash, place a spoonful of cheese in the center, and form into round patties. Let them chill for 30 minutes to firm up. Fry the patties on a griddle or in a pan with a little oil until golden brown on both sides. Serve with peanut sauce, a fried egg, and avocado slices.