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Tacu tacu
Fry onion, garlic and ají. Mash in beans and rice so it holds together but is not baby food.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Tacu tacu take?
25 min all in — 10 min prep, 15 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 cakes. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Eggs. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
What can I use instead?
Ají → A pinch of chilli. Less Peruvian fruit, still a fry-up.
Any tips from this recipe?
Canary beans (mayocoba) are the classic. Black beans still make a cake. A thin cake crisps. A fat one stays mushy in the middle.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.