Papa's Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 4 teaspoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups dry bread crumbs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying