Combine fresh masa or masa harina mixture, lard, and salt in large bowl. Knead until well blended, adding warm water by teaspoonfuls as needed until dough is soft but not sticky. Divide into 12 equal ...

These potato cakes are boiled and mashed into little oval cakes. A crisp shell forms around the soft potato making a Japanese tater-tot. Food blogger Marc Matsumoto shares tips and variation ideas for ...