Papas Huancaino

Transport your taste buds to Peru with Papas a la Huancaína, a vibrant and creamy dish that’s as visually striking as it is delicious. At the heart of this beloved classic are tender yellow potatoes smothered in a luxuriously smooth Huancaína sauce, crafted from fresh queso fresco, aji amarillo paste, evaporated milk, and garlic. A handful of crushed crackers gives the sauce its velvety texture, while the subtle heat of Peruvian aji amarillo adds depth and warmth. Served atop crisp lettuce leaves and topped with hard-boiled eggs and briny black olives, this dish is perfect for a flavorful appetizer or light entrée. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, Papas Huancaino is a crowd-pleasing vegetarian option that highlights the bold and colorful essence of Peruvian cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Yellow potatoes
• 200 grams Fresh queso fresco (or feta cheese)
• 3 tablespoons Aji amarillo paste
• 1 cup Evaporated milk
• 6 pieces Saltines or plain crackers
• 1 clove Garlic
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 6 pieces Black olives
• 6 pieces Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the yellow potatoes thoroughly and boil them in a large pot of salted water until tender but not falling apart, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let them cool. Peel the potatoes and slice them into thick rounds.

Step 2

To prepare the Huancaína sauce, add the queso fresco, aji amarillo paste, evaporated milk, saltines, garlic clove, vegetable oil, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more evaporated milk to reach your desired consistency.

Step 3

Peel and cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise.

Step 4

To assemble the dish, place a lettuce leaf on each plate as a base. Arrange several slices of the boiled potatoes on top of the lettuce.

Step 5

Pour the Huancaína sauce generously over the potatoes, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 6

Garnish each plate with half a hard-boiled egg and a black olive. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Peruvian classic!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1730g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2528.6

Total Fat 106.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.0g
Cholesterol 759.9mg	0%
Sodium 6371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 46.3g
Protein 95.0g	0%

Vitamin D 351.6IU	0%
Calcium 1924.1mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 4800.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 47.1%