Chapaleles (Pork Rind Potato Cakes)

Recipe Tags:

chapalelas | dinner | pork rind | potato cake

Ingredients

1/2 cup Pepe

Preparation

Stir the lard and egg into the warm mashed potatoes until thoroughly incorporated.

Combine crushed pork rinds with the flour, and stir into potatoes. Season to taste with salt if necessary.

Form into golf ball-sized pieces on a lightly-floured surface, then press to form into disks about 3/4-inch thick.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chapaleles on both sides until crisped and golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side.

Alternatively, they may be baked in a 375 F oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes.

Recipe Category:

Appetizer