Gallitos De Papa from Costa Rica
Discover the comforting flavors of Costa Rica with *Gallitos de Papa*, a simple yet irresistible dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with vibrant aromatics like garlic and fresh cilantro, all wrapped in warm, soft corn tortillas. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal, this quick and easy recipe highlights pantry-friendly ingredients like tender boiled potatoes and a touch of black pepper for a balanced and satisfying bite. Whether you’re craving something traditional or looking to explore Costa Rican cuisine, these gallitos are a must-try! Serve them warm and watch them disappear from the table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 small Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 small Corn tortillas
Directions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and cut them into large chunks for even cooking.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with water. Add the salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Cook the potatoes for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Check for doneness by piercing with a fork—it should slide in easily.
Step 4
Drain the cooked potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Let them cool slightly.
Step 5
While the potatoes are cooling, finely mince the garlic and chop the cilantro.
Step 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Once hot, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 7
Add the sautéed garlic, chopped cilantro, black pepper, and additional salt if needed to the potatoes.
Step 8
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth but slightly chunky. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Step 9
Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or directly over a gas flame to soften them.
Step 10
Spoon a generous amount of mashed potato onto each tortilla. Fold lightly to hold the filling in place.
Step 11
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1085.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1504.0 |
| Total Fat 33.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2491.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 276.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 34.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 262.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4699.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories