ECUADOREAN POTATO CAKES (LLAPINGACHOS)

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Make and share this Ecuadorean Potato Cakes (Llapingachos) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KlynnPadilla

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 8 potato cakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped scallion
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons annatto oil, divided (recipe also posted)
6 ounces muenster cheese, coarsely grated (2 c)

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cover with cold water in a medium pot, stir in 1 teaspoons salt and simmer until very tender, about 18 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes, then mash in a bowl.
  • Cook scallions with 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper in 2 tablespoons annatto oil over med. heat, stirring, until scallions are softened, then stir into potatoes along with cheese. Form mixture into 8 balls and flatten each into a 3-inch patty.
  • Heat 1 tablespoons annatto oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over med.-high until hot, then fry cakes in 2 batches, turning over once, until crusty, about 6 minute per batch. add remaining oil for second batch.

Matovu George Williams
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these potato cakes without any problems. They were delicious and my family loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


Inhaaz S Zoope
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These potato cakes were easy to make and very affordable. I made them for my family for dinner and they were a big hit. I will definitely be making these again.


SHAWAL ALI
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I made these potato cakes for my dinner party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


Gayanuka Meegaswaththa
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These potato cakes were delicious! I especially loved the aji sauce. I will definitely be making these again.


Kgauhelo Mallane
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I made these potato cakes for my family for breakfast and they were a big hit! They were so easy to make and very affordable. I will definitely be making these again.


Jo Bo
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These potato cakes were a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and they were much better. I will definitely be making these again, but I'll add more spices next time.


Aisha Hashoum
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I made these potato cakes for my friends for a potluck and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again for my next potluck.


Zombie Player
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These potato cakes were a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I made them for my lunch and they were very filling and satisfying. I will definitely be making these again.


Kei Sky
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these potato cakes without any problems. They were delicious and my family loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


User User
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These potato cakes were easy to make and very affordable. I made them for my family for dinner and they were a big hit. I will definitely be making these again.


Humaira Gilani
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These potato cakes were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it! They were so delicious and everyone at my dinner party loved them. I will definitely be making these again for special occasions.


Ramona Azar
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I was a little hesitant to try these potato cakes because I'm not a big fan of cilantro, but I'm so glad I did! The cilantro added a really nice flavor to the cakes. I will definitely be making these again.


Omar Ahmadi
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These potato cakes were amazing! The best I've ever had. The flavors were perfect and the texture was spot-on. I will definitely be making these again and again.


AAkash Kashmari
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I made these potato cakes for my family for breakfast and they loved them! They were a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I will definitely be making these again.


kenaleone libingi
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These potato cakes were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. They were easy to make and very affordable. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


Zareen Khan
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I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised by these potato cakes. They were so flavorful and satisfying. I especially liked the way the cheese melted in the middle. I will definitely be making these again.


AMUTADI Integrity
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These potato cakes were absolutely delicious! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a perfect balance of flavors. I especially loved the aji sauce, which added a nice kick of heat. I will definitely be making these again!