Papas Rellenas de Carne
Papas Rellenas de Carne are savory, stuffed potato balls, a beloved comfort food found across Latin America and the Caribbean. The dish consists of mashed potato dough filled with seasoned ground beef, then shaped into balls, breaded, and deep-fried to a golden brown. They are often served as a hearty snack, appetizer, or part of a main meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in both carbohydrates and fat due to the potato and deep-frying method, with a moderate amount of protein from the beef filling. A typical serving provides a good source of potassium from the potato and iron from the meat, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 kcal per ball.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Zinc | 2.0 mg |
| Selenium | 10 mcg |
Per 1 medium ball (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, papas rellenas are a prime example of the potato's global journey from the Andes to become a staple in many cuisines. Nutritionally, they offer a complete package of energy-dense carbs, protein, and fat, making them a very satisfying and filling food.
