Colombian-Style Stuffed Potatoes

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks. Place them in a medium pot, cover with water, and add 1/4 teaspoon salt.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Bring the potatoes to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes.

   20 min
3. 3
   Step 3:

   Drain the potatoes, mash with a fork or potato masher, and set aside.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Add the onion, tomato, scallions, garlic, cumin, Sazon Goya with azafran, pepper, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

   5 min
6. 6
   Step 6:

   Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.

   10–15 min
7. 7
   Step 7:

   Place all the batter ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until smooth. Set aside.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Divide the mashed potatoes into 10 equal portions, about 1/3 cup each, and roll each portion between your palms to form a ball.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Flatten the potato balls into patties and place 1 1/2 tablespoons filling in the center of each one.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Shape the potato mixture around the filling into balls, enclosing the filling completely.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Fill a large heavy pot with vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat to 360°F.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Dip each stuffed potato into the batter, then carefully place it in the hot oil.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Fry for about 4 minutes, or until golden, turning halfway through.

    4 min
14. 14
    Step 14:

    Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Transfer to a serving plate and serve with ají.