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Llapingachos
Ecuador
Ecuador's classic highlands breakfast and lunch. Sold at every market stall from Quito to Cuenca.
Ecuadorian potato cakes — mashed potato and cheese formed into patties and fried on a griddle until crispy. Served with peanut sauce and fried egg.
Prep
20 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
550 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
1kgpotatoes, boiled and mashed
200gfresh cheese, crumbled
1onion, grated
1 tspachiote
oilfor frying
peanut sauce and fried eggsto serve
Method
1
Mix potato with cheese, onion and achiote. Season.
2
Shape into thick patties.
3
Fry on an oiled griddle over medium heat, 4 minutes each side until golden.
4
Serve with peanut sauce, fried egg and salad.
Chef's Tip
Press the patties firmly — loose potato falls apart on the griddle.
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