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Salchipapas (Beef Sausages and French Fries)

Salchipapas is local Peruvian street food. But you can easily make it at home with homemade French fries and pan-fried beef sausages. This fast food is perfect for parties, game days, or other special occasions when you crave a tasty and comfort appetizer or meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: Colombian, Peruvian
Keyword: Salchipapas
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 2 russet potatoes
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • salt and pepper to taste (you can skip pepper)
  • 6 beef sausages you can also use chicken, pork sausages or hot dogs

For serving (optional)

Instructions

Make Homemade French Fries

  • Rinse and peel the potatoes, and slice them into 1/2-inch thick strips.
  • Soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for at least an hour (or overnight).
  • Rinse them twice with cold water and pat dry completely with paper towels.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large heavy pan to 325 degrees. Carefully add the potato slices in small batches and fry for about 3 minutes until pale and softened. (Make sure not to overcrowd the pan)
  • Use a slotted spoon to place them on a plate lined with paper towels.
  • Increase the temperature to 400 degrees. Carefully add the fries again and fry in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Use the slotted spoon to remove them from oil and place on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle with salt.

Cook Beef Sausages:

  • Cut your sausages into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat up the skillet on medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage into the skillet with no water, butter, or oil.
  • Turn them occasionally. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until they cook evenly on all sides. Remove from heat.

Make Salchipapas:

  • Add cooked French fries into the skillet, and mix with the cooked sausages
  • Drizzle with condiments of your choice such as ketchup and mustard. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 816mg | Potassium: 760mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg