Papa Rellena

• 1 kg potatoes
• 250 g ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons green olives
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• to taste salt and pepper

Method

1. 1

   Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.

2. 2

   In a skillet, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until golden.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, then stir in paprika, olives, salt, and pepper. Set aside to cool.

4. 4

   Peel the cooled potatoes and mash them until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Take a portion of the mashed potato, flatten it in your palm, and place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center. Fold the potato over to seal the filling inside.

6. 6

   Repeat the process for the remaining potatoes and filling. Form oval shapes.

7. 7

   In the same skillet, heat more oil and fry the filled potato balls until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with a side of salsa or dipping sauce.