Vegetable fritters are a popular way of preparing vegetables in Mexico, particularly during Lent. They also accompany simple chicken and fish dishes such as huachinango a la talla. These potato patties can be served with a fesh salsa mexicana or a cooked salsa.



Ingredients:
2 lb (1 kg) baking potatoes, unpeeled
2 cups (8 oz/250 g) grated queso manchego (or Monterey Jack or medium-sharp Cheddar cheese)
3 eggs
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup (8 fl oz/250 ml) corn oil
Salt

Instructions:
- Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water for about 20 minutes or until they can easily be pierced with a fork. Drain, peel and mash the potatoes well. Knead the potatoes with your hands, working in the grated cheese. Form into 3-in (7.5-cm) patties.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs lightly and stir in the pepper. Dip both sides of the patties into the beaten eggs.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet until very hot. Add the patties 2 at a time and fry on both sides until they are lightly browned. Sprinkle lightly with salt and drain. Serve hot or at room temperature.
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Serves 6