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Alcapurrias

Cultural Context

Alcapurrias are a beloved street food in Puerto Rico, traditionally made with a dough of yuca or plantains filled with seasoned meat. They reflect the island's African and Taino influences, showcasing the fusion of ingredients and techniques. Often enjoyed during festivals and gatherings, these fritters are a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

Puerto RicanPRmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups frozen masa for alcapurrias (brand El Sembrador)
1 teaspoon salt
2 packets of sazon seasoning
1 tablespoon achiote
1/2 cup sofrito with turmeric (brand El Chesp Piñero)
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup onion, chopped
as needed cooking spray for greasing molds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Prepare la masa congelada para alcapurrias, añadiendo sal, dos sobrecitos de sazón y un poco de achiote para darle color y sabor.

2

Agregue un poco de sofrito con cúrcuma a la masa para mejorar el sabor.

3

Asegúrese de que la carne molida esté fría y previamente sazonada con pimienta y cebolla.

4

Engrase los moldes con spray.

5

Coloque una primera capa de masa en el molde, dejando un espacio en el centro.

6

Agregue la carne molida en el centro, evitando que toque los bordes.

7

Cubra la carne con otra capa de masa para alcapurrias.

8

Caliente el aceite a temperatura media-alta, asegurándose de que no esté demasiado caliente.

9

Coloque las alcapurrias en el aceite caliente para freír.

10

Congele las alcapurrias en el freezer de un día para otro antes de freírlas.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletmoldsoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Alcapurrias de YucaAlcapurrias de Plátano

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