Achiote-Potato Croquettes (Marcela Valladolid) Recipe

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Achiote-Potato Croquettes (Marcela Valladolid)
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  1. For the croquettes: Put the potatoes in a heavy medium pot and cover with cold water. Stir in the salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes.
  2. While the potatoes simmer, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the achiote paste or smoked paprika, if using, mix well until combined, and remove from the heat. Set aside.
  3. Drain the potatoes, cool until able to handle, and peel. Mash them in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher. Add the mozzarella cheese and onion mixture and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Divide the mixture into 8 balls and flatten them into 3-inch patties.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-heat until hot. Fry the croquettes in 2 batches, turning over once, until a crust forms. Drain on paper towels. Carefully transfer the croquettes to a platter. Top with the arugula and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Squeeze lime juice on top and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 301.87 Kcal (1264 kJ)
Calories from fat 144.61 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.07g 25%
Cholesterol 1.28mg 0%
Sodium 682.7mg 28%
Potassium 823.47mg 18%
Total Carbs 37.03g 12%
Sugars 3.45g 14%
Dietary Fiber 3.46g 14%
Protein 7.04g 14%
Vitamin C 43.5mg 72%
Iron 138.2mg 768%
Calcium 130.2mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 116.39 Kcal (487 kJ)
Calories from fat 55.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.2g 25%
Cholesterol 0.49mg 0%
Sodium 263.23mg 28%
Potassium 317.51mg 18%
Total Carbs 14.28g 12%
Sugars 1.33g 14%
Dietary Fiber 1.34g 14%
Protein 2.72g 14%
Vitamin C 16.8mg 72%
Iron 53.3mg 768%
Calcium 50.2mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.7
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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