Post by blackcrowheart on Dec 7, 2006 12:38:09 GMT -5
Ecuadoran NDN Spicy Cheese and Potato Patties
1 3/4 pounds potatoes, 1 inch chunks
2/3 cup corn kernels
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 Anaheim or poblano chile, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup chopped scallions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons butter
Boil potatoes over medium heat for 15 minutes or until
tender. Drain and return to the pan. Stir gently over
medium heat for about 1 minute. Place in a large bowl
and mash until smooth. Stir in the corn, cheese,
chile, scallions and cilantro. Season with salt and
pepper and mix well. Shape into 8 patties about
3/4-inch thick. In a large, heavy skillet, melt the
butter. In two batches, cook patties over medium heat,
turning once, for 6 to 8 minutes or until golden
brown.
Serves 4 to 6.
1 3/4 pounds potatoes, 1 inch chunks
2/3 cup corn kernels
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 Anaheim or poblano chile, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup chopped scallions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons butter
Boil potatoes over medium heat for 15 minutes or until
tender. Drain and return to the pan. Stir gently over
medium heat for about 1 minute. Place in a large bowl
and mash until smooth. Stir in the corn, cheese,
chile, scallions and cilantro. Season with salt and
pepper and mix well. Shape into 8 patties about
3/4-inch thick. In a large, heavy skillet, melt the
butter. In two batches, cook patties over medium heat,
turning once, for 6 to 8 minutes or until golden
brown.
Serves 4 to 6.