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Asaditos (Bolivian Beef and Cassava Burgers)
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Asaditos (Bolivian Beef and Cassava Burgers)

Bolivian asaditos are patties or burgers made with beef and shredded cassava.
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Bolivian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings 30 burgers
Calories 101kcal
Author Lizet Bowen

Ingredients

  • 1-½ pounds ground beef (700g)
  • 10 ounces fresh cassava, shredded (280g)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about ½ cup)

Instructions

  • In a big mixing bowl, add all the ingredients (except vegetable oil) and mix well.
  • Get 2 tablespoons at a time of the meat mixture and form burgers.
  • Using a big frying pan, heat oil on medium heat.
  • Fry each burger for 3 minutes each side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve hot with boiled cassava and spicy sauce.

Notes

Make ahead: Prepare and shape patties. Place parchment paper on 2 trays. Place patties on paper and place tray in the freezer for 3 hours. Remove and place frozen patties in a ziplock bag. Place in the freezer again.
Before using, defrost patties in the fridge overnight and cook. 

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcal