Puerto Rican Meat Patties Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 04, 2004

this recipe works best when it is not egg roll wrappers that are used. Do it the old fashioned way, with spanish ingredients, like goya wrappers that come frozen and they will come out much better. seal the edges with a fork, .. it also tastes good with cheese tucked inside, or for vegetarians cheese, beans or broccoli..

—JAPASPANGLISH

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 17, 2004

This recipe, if followed exactly, has too strong of a cilantro taste. Over powering even. So I altered the recipe slightly and only added 1/4 cup of cilantro and added 1/3 cup celery to it. It turned out great then.

—NAN C

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66 Ratings

Oct 10, 2003

good basic picadillo recipe. Use the goya yellow discs instead of egg rolls fold them in half, use fork to close them and fry! sooo good

—NYPD K9 COP

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Oct 01, 2004

These are a big hit at our house. I usually roll these up eggroll fashion as I had problems with the wrappers tearing at first. Also makes them easy for the kids to eat. In addition to draining the ground beef well, be sure to have the oil hot enough when you start frying or they will soak up too much. [10/1/04] These are also really good using ground chicken instead of ground beef!

—Kristen

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Jun 22, 2009

A few people mentioned substituting the egg roll wrappers (and I agree after all this is a Puerto Rican dish) for Goya's "frozen wrap or yellow thing". The formal name is an EMPANADA. That's the name you should look for when shopping. Goya Tampas para Empanadas are frozen turnover patties. Put the mix in the middle, fold, and then take your fork and seal the edges with it leaving little fork imprints along the edges. Beef is very plain tasting, don't cheat yourself....season your meat liberally with garlic powder, sazon, seasoning salt, adobo and, if on hand, you can never go wrong w/ sofrito. Be creative and add what you like because you really can't go wrong w/ this one....it's only beef in a patty.

—Rolanda

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Aug 27, 2003

It was time cumsuming but they were GREAT!! But being PuertoRican myself almost every dish HAS TO HAVE SA-SON! I added just one package of Sa-son with the onions and bell pepper to lock in the flavor. After I drained the meat I added Basil, Garlic Poweder, and Chili Poweder to taste! It was WONDERFUL!! This one is a keeper!

—CARMENAIDE

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Aug 27, 2003

Although this was very time consuming, my kids LOVED them!! I made a bunch and froze them for quick snacks & meals on the go. I also used some of the meat mixture tossed with noodles and sour cream the following night for dinner. I will definitely be making these again.

—NOSNOWYT

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Jul 20, 2009

This is a great starter recipe... But I personally made a few changes.. You definitely should use the frozen empanada dough discs. They are made for meat fillings and are awesome. You should use a packet of Sa-zon and I also added a little cumin.. I added some shredded cheese when i wrapped them and only put about half of the cilantro and it was plenty. (and i love cilantro) But overall they were great!

—Janine

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Nutrition

Calories
522 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
36.7 g
12%

Cholesterol
40 mg
13%

Fat
34.7 g
53%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
15.9 g
32%

Sodium
505 mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Puerto Rican Meat Patties

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 522
Calories from Fat: 312

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.7g 53 %
Saturated Fat 6.3g 31 %
Cholesterol 40mg 13 %
Sodium 505mg 20 %
Potassium 353mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 36.7g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 15.9g 32 %
** Sugars 2.1g
Vitamin A 15 %
Vitamin C 30 %
Calcium 6 %
Iron 34 %
Thiamin 35 %
Niacin 67 %
Vitamin B6 14 %
Magnesium 10 %
Folate 36 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.