Air-Fryer Papas Rellenas

Name: Air-Fryer Papas Rellenas
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 2-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 8 medium), peeled and cut into wedges; 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 small green pepper, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup sliced green olives with pimientos; 1/2 cup raisins; 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided; 1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs; Cooking spray

A Cuban classic, these satisfying, crispy-coated potato balls are filled with a savory ground beef mixture known as picadillo. We love this papas rellenas recipe! —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 8 medium), peeled and cut into wedges
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup sliced green olives with pimientos
1/2 cup raisins
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
Cooking spray

Directions

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, raisins, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and paprika; heat through.
Drain potatoes; mash with garlic powder and remaining 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Shape 2 tablespoons potatoes into a patty; place a heaping tablespoon of filling in the center. Shape potatoes around filling, forming a ball. Repeat.
Place eggs and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip potato balls in eggs, then roll in bread crumbs. Preheat air fryer to 400°. In batches, place in single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 14-16 minutes.

Test Kitchen tip

If you don’t have an air fryer, you can make this recipe in a deep-fryer or an electric skillet.