Vegan Llapingachos, Ecuadorian Stuffed Potato Pancakes

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: mashed avocado

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and let cool slightly, then peel the potatoes.

Mash the potatoes in a bowl until smooth.

Add corn flour, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes and mix until combined.

Form the mixture into small patties.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove patties from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Prepare toppings by slicing avocado, tomato, and lettuce.

Serve the patties topped with avocado, tomato, and lettuce with a squeeze of lime.

Cooking Techniques

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