Papas Aplastadas (Crushed Potatoes)

Gluten Free
Health score
41%
Papas Aplastadas (Crushed Potatoes)
45 min.
4
761kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your potato game? Introducing Papas Aplastadas, or Crushed Potatoes, a delightful dish that combines crispy bacon, vibrant vegetables, and gooey cheese, all atop tender, perfectly cooked red potatoes. This gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a comforting main course that will satisfy your cravings for lunch or dinner.

Imagine the aroma of sizzling bacon mingling with the earthy scent of garlic and the freshness of green bell peppers wafting through your kitchen. With just 45 minutes of your time, you can create a dish that serves four and packs a hearty 761 calories per serving. The combination of textures—from the crispy edges of the crushed potatoes to the melty cheese topping—will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Papas Aplastadas is perfect for gatherings, family meals, or even a cozy night in. The best part? It’s incredibly versatile! You can easily customize the toppings to suit your preferences, whether you want to add more veggies or switch up the cheeses. So grab your frying pan and meat tenderizer, and let’s get cooking! This dish is sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.8 cup spring onion chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.5 cup monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 15 small potatoes - remove skin red unpeeled
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Boil potatoes in lightly salted water 15 minutes or until tender; drain and cool slightly.
  2. Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until crisp.
  3. Remove bacon, reserving drippings in skillet.
  4. Add bell pepper to skillet; saut 4 minutes or until tender.
  5. Add garlic, cook 1 more minute, and turn off heat.
  6. Place cooled potatoes on a lightly greased jelly-roll pan. Using the palm of your hand or the smooth side of a meat mallet, crush the potatoes (just enough to break them open).
  7. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with cumin, salt, and pepper. Top with bacon, cooked bell pepper and garlic, green onion, and cheeses. Broil 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories761kcal
Protein11.54%
Fat33.97%
Carbs54.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.75
Glycemic Load
0.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
37.618260684221%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.77mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:761.37kcal
38.07%
Fat:29.49g
45.37%
Saturated Fat:10.05g
62.82%
Carbohydrates:106.43g
35.48%
Net Carbohydrates:94.28g
34.28%
Sugar:9.71g
10.79%
Cholesterol:41.22mg
13.74%
Sodium:734.22mg
31.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.54g
45.09%
Vitamin C:89.06mg
107.95%
Potassium:3109.36mg
88.84%
Vitamin B6:1.29mg
64.5%
Vitamin K:67.56µg
64.34%
Phosphorus:569.93mg
56.99%
Manganese:1.08mg
53.75%
Fiber:12.15g
48.59%
Copper:0.93mg
46.48%
Vitamin B3:8.56mg
42.8%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.62%
Magnesium:161.74mg
40.43%
Folate:136.17µg
34.04%
Iron:5.89mg
32.74%
Calcium:299.76mg
29.98%
Zinc:3.49mg
23.29%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.39%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.57%
Selenium:14.14µg
20.2%
Vitamin E:2.08mg
13.89%
Vitamin A:638.78IU
12.78%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.28%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.72%
Source:My Recipes