Deep-Fried Masa Turnovers with Crab Recipe

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Deep-Fried Masa Turnovers with Crab
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  1. For filling: Puree tomatoes in blender. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until beginning to brown, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Mix in olives, chiles, and dried herbs, then tomato puree. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until most liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in crab and parsley; season with salt.
  2. For dough: Combine fresh masa or masa harina mixture, lard, flour, baking powder, and salt in large bowl. Knead well, adding warm water by tablespoonfuls as needed until dough is soft but not sticky. Divide into 12 balls. Place on sheet of foil. Cover with plastic wrap.
  3. Cut out two 8-inch rounds from heavy-duty resealable plastic bag. Place 1 plastic round on bottom half of tortilla press. Place 1 dough round in center and top with second plastic round. Close tortilla press, pressing dough to 5-inch round. Peel off top plastic. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon filling onto half of dough. Using plastic as aid, fold dough over filling, peel back plastic, and seal edges. Flip turnover onto hand; peel off bottom plastic. Place turnover on foil-lined sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
  4. Pour enough oil into large skillet to reach depth of 3/4 inch. Attach deep-fry thermometer and heat oil to 375°F. Fry 3 turnovers at a time until deep golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Arrange turnovers on platter and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 427.64 Kcal (1790 kJ)
Calories from fat 257.62 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28.62g 44%
Cholesterol 2.03mg 1%
Sodium 1390.99mg 58%
Potassium 114.76mg 2%
Total Carbs 25.27g 8%
Sugars 1.08g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1.33g 5%
Protein 17.79g 36%
Vitamin C 4.4mg 7%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 30.8mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 550.88 Kcal (2306 kJ)
Calories from fat 331.86 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36.87g 44%
Cholesterol 2.61mg 1%
Sodium 1791.83mg 58%
Potassium 147.83mg 2%
Total Carbs 32.55g 8%
Sugars 1.39g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1.71g 5%
Protein 22.91g 36%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 7%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 39.7mg 3%

* 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

  • 10.7
    Points
  • 12
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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