Vegetarian Alcapurrias: Crispy Potato Fritters

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Golden, crispy fritters filled with spiced potatoes and peas, a beloved Puerto Rican street food reimagined for vegetarians. This Puerto Rican-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs potatoes, frozen green peas, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 8 Puerto Rican cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil 2 medium peeled and diced potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until fork-tender; drain and mash until smooth. Add 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup thawed green peas; mix until combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 cup water to form a smooth batter. Fold the batter into the potato mixture until fully incorporated and holds together when pressed.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (use a thermometer). Drop 1.5 tbsp portions of the mixture into the oil, flattening each slightly into a round. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, turning once.
  4. Step 4: Transfer to a wire rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.

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