Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Peruvian cuisine with our exploration of the beloved "Papas a la Huancaína," a traditional dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of the Andes. This delectable dish features tender potatoes smothered in a creamy, slightly spicy, and irresistibly smooth avocado dip, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. With its vibrant yellow hue and captivating aroma, "Papas a la Huancaína" is a feast for the eyes and the palate, inviting you to experience the richness and diversity of Peruvian gastronomy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PERUVIAN POTATOES WITH SPICY CREAM SAUCE (PAPAS A LA HUANCAINA)
Steps:
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 30 minutes or until a paring knife slides into the potatoes without any resistance. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Slice the potatoes into 1/2-inch rounds and set aside.
- Combine the cheese, evaporated milk, oil, chile, garlic, and the lime juice in a blender and puree until smooth. The sauce should be creamy and pourable. If the sauce is too thick, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce is thinned out.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter and top with the sliced potatoes. Pour the sauce over the potatoes. Garnish with slices of hard boiled egg and olives. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
PAPA A LA HUANCAINA (HUANCAYO-STYLE POTATOES)
This means Huancainan-style potato and comes from Huancayo, Peru. It's an easy-to-make dish of sliced potatoes with a special sauce.
Provided by marco
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Peruvian
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Boil chile peppers until soft, about 5 minutes. Run chiles under cold water to cool until cool enough to handle; remove and discard skins.
- Blend onion, chile peppers, cheese, vegetable oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Stream evaporated milk into the blended mixture while continuing to blend until a creamy sauce is achieved.
- Arrange 1 lettuce leaf onto each of 8 plates. Halve potatoes and arrange 3 halves onto each lettuce leaf. Drizzle creamy sauce over the potatoes. Top each with an egg half and two black olive halves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 189.9 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 18.2 g, Sodium 927.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
ROASTED PERUVIAN POTATOES
Provided by Aarón Sánchez
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Halve the potatoes and place them in a bowl. Cover them with water if you cut them ahead of time.
- In another bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Drain potatoes well and add them to the oil mixture. Toss with olive oil mixture. Spread the potatoes on a sheet pan. Roast for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
PERUVIAN POTATOES WITH AVOCADO DIP
Warm spicy potatoe wedges dipped in an avocado dip, yum! Found this in the Something Extra put out by Riley's it sounded like a party appetizer we would enjoy.
Provided by Debbwl
Categories Potato
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Stir together oil and dry seasonings in a large bowl. Add potatoes and stir well to coat with mixture. Place on a large baking sheet and cook for 40 to 50 minutes (golden brown and tender when poked with fork), stirring occasionally.
- Stir together all the dip ingredients in medium bowl.
- Serve warm potatoes and avocado dip together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 2.9
Tips for Making Peruvian Potatoes with Avocado Dip:
- Use a variety of potato sizes and shapes for a more visually appealing dish.
- Boil the potatoes until they are tender but still slightly firm, about 10-15 minutes.
- If you don't have a steamer basket, you can boil the potatoes in a pot of water with a colander set over the top.
- Make sure the avocado dip is nice and creamy. You can add a little milk or cream to the dip if it is too thick.
- Serve the potatoes and avocado dip immediately, while the potatoes are still warm.
Conclusion:
Peruvian potatoes with avocado dip is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the avocado dip is creamy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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