Stuffed punches are a typical dish from Nicaragua, where flavors and textures are combined. They are prepared with a filling based on vegetables and rice, then fried to achieve a crispy and delicious coating. Perfect to enjoy on any occasion.
In a pot, the punches are cooked, then they are cut and the filling is extracted.
In a skillet with oil, chopped chiltomas, onions, the filling, mustard, Worcestershire sauce are placed and seasoned with salt and pepper.
The rice is mixed with this preparation, the punches are filled, dipped in beaten egg, and fried in hot oil.
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Stuffed Punches
Ingredients
8 Punches
1 cup of Vinagre
½ kilogram of Arroz cocinado
4 Huevos cocinados
1 Huevo batido
2 Chiltomas
2 Cebollas medianas
1 tablespoon of Mostaza
Salsa inglesa, sal, orégano, pimienta, aceite
Preparation
Step 1 : In a pot with enough water, the punches are cooked.
Step 2 : Then, they are cut and the filling is extracted.
Step 3 : On the other hand, in a skillet with oil, chopped chiltomas, small pieces of onions, the filling of the punches, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4 : Afterwards, the rice is mixed with this sautéed preparation and the punches are filled.
Step 5 : Later, they are dipped in beaten egg and fried in enough hot oil.
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