The Papa a la Huancaína is a delicious appetizer that is prepared simply and quickly, with an incomparable flavor thanks to the perfect blend of all its ingredients. It's an excellent choice to serve as an appetizer.
This is a traditional Peruvian dish originating from Huancayo, a highland city in the country.
This recipe, which consists of boiled potatoes topped with a sauce made from fresh cheese, yellow chili, and other seasonings, has gained a special significance in Peru's culinary culture.
We hope you enjoy it!
Papa a la huancaína
Ingredients
2 Large yellow chilies
250 grams of Fresh cheese
8 Large soda crackers
1 cup of Evaporated milk
¼ cup of Vegetable oil
1 Small chopped onion
1 Minced garlic clove
4 Boiled potatoes, sliced
2 Boiled eggs
8 Black olives
4 Lettuce leaves
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare the recipe, start by making the dressing.
Step 2 : In a frying pan, pour two tablespoons of oil and add the onion, garlic, chopped chilies, and pepper to taste.
Step 3 : Cook over medium heat until golden, avoiding burning.
Step 4 : Once the onion is transparent, remove the sauté from heat and transfer it to the blender.
Step 5 : Add the cheese, soda crackers, evaporated milk, oil, and a pinch of salt.
Step 6 : Blend for a few minutes until you get a smooth mixture.
Step 7 : Adjust salt if necessary and let the Huancaína sauce rest.
Step 8 : To serve, place a lettuce leaf on a plate and add some boiled potato slices.
Step 9 : Pour the Huancaína sauce over the potatoes and decorate with two olives and sliced boiled eggs.
Step 10 : You're now ready to enjoy this delicious Huancaína sauce!
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