Puerto Rican Meat Patties Recipe
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Puerto Rican Meat Patties

By: Vicky  
"These little parcels are made with seasoned ground meat sealed in egg roll wrappers; they are then deep fried. Serve with salsa and guacamole if desired, but plain they are a dream. This recipe was handed down from my grandfather to my mom, from her to me, and now I'm passing it on to you."

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What to Drink?

Wine Syrah
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) package egg roll wrappers
  • 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a large, heavy saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic, onions, and bell pepper; saute until soft.
  2. Add meat; cook and stir until browned. Drain off excess fat. Stir in tomato sauce and cilantro. Simmer until cilantro wilts. Remove from heat, and cool until mixture can be handled.
  3. Wrap 2 to 3 tablespoons of meat in an egg roll wrapper to form a triangle. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep fry pan to 360 degrees F (168 degrees C). Fry patties in hot oil until golden brown. When done, transfer to plates lined with paper towels to drain.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 525 | Total Fat: 34.7g | Cholesterol: 40mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2004 by JAPASPANGLISH 
this recipe works best when it is not egg roll wrappers that are used. Do it the old fashioned... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2003 by NYPD K9 COP 
good basic picadillo recipe. Use the goya yellow discs instead of egg rolls fold them in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2004 by Kristen 
These are a big hit at our house. I usually roll these up eggroll fashion as I had problems... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by CARMENAIDE 
It was time cumsuming but they were GREAT!! But being PuertoRican myself almost every dish HAS... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by NOSNOWYT 
Although this was very time consuming, my kids LOVED them!! I made a bunch and froze them for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2004 by ADACADA2002 
I myself am Puertorican. I love to make all dishes and this one was outstanding. I miss... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by Nancy 
These are Yummy! Husband really loved these. He couldn't stop eatting them and told me to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by gatorgirl 
These were great. Tasted alot like the inside of empanadas which are my favorite. Everyone... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2004 by NAN C 
This recipe, if followed exactly, has too strong of a cilantro taste. Over powering even. So... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by nicole 
this was very time consuming,however, i loved it- i tasted the meat before i wrapped it and... MORE

 
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