Belizean Panades

Belizean Panades are a popular street food in Belize, made with a savory corn dough and filled with a flavorful meat mixture. They are then deep-fried to golden perfection, resulting in a delicious and satisfying snack.

Belizean Panades

Ingredients

  • 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the masa harina with water to form a smooth dough. Set aside.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and garlic. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the meat is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. Take a small portion of the masa harina dough and flatten it into a circle on a piece of plastic wrap. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center of the dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
  4. In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the panades in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve the Belizean panades hot with your favorite hot sauce or salsa.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Skillet Deep skillet Plastic wrap Fork Paper towels

Tools

Stove Mixing bowl Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of coleslaw or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the panades to ensure a crispy texture.

Cost

$15