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Peruvian Tacu Tacu Recipe

Tacu Tacu is a Peruvian dish made from leftover rice and beans, formed into a patty and fried until crispy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Peruvian
Servings 2
Calories 687 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Cooked rice - 2 cups
  • Cooked beans (black or canary beans, mashed) - 1 cup
  • Onion (finely chopped) - 1
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Vegetable oil - 4 tbsp
  • Aji amarillo paste - 1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper - to taste
  • Fried eggs (for serving, optional) - 2

Instructions
 

  • Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
  • Stir in the aji amarillo paste and cook for another minute.
  • Add the cooked rice and beans to the skillet, mixing well to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Form the mixture into a large patty and fry until crispy and golden on both sides.
  • Form the mixture into a large patty and fry until crispy and golden on both sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 687kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 18gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 184mgSodium: 818mgFiber: 7gSugar: 13g
Keyword Peruvian Tacu Tacu Recipe
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