Peruvian Octopus Stuffed Potatoes (causa De Pulpo)

Peruvian-Chinese cuisine is a unique fusion of flavors and techniques, and one delicious example of this is Peruvian Octopus Stuffed Potatoes, also known as Causa de Pulpo. This dish combines tender octopus with creamy potatoes and a zesty lime dressing, creating a mouthwatering appetizer or light meal.

Peruvian Octopus Stuffed Potatoes (causa De Pulpo)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb octopus, cleaned and tenderized
  • 4 large yellow potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1/2 cup aji amarillo paste
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves for serving
  • Boiled eggs and black olives for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a pot of boiling water, cook the octopus for 30-40 minutes until tender. Drain and let it cool, then chop it into small pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with aji amarillo paste, lime juice, and salt to form a smooth dough-like mixture.
  3. In another bowl, combine the chopped octopus, red onion, mayonnaise, olive oil, and salt and pepper to make the octopus filling.
  4. To assemble, place a layer of potato mixture in a serving dish, followed by a layer of octopus filling, and repeat the process to create layers.
  5. Refrigerate the dish for at least 1 hour to set and chill.
  6. Serve the Peruvian Octopus Stuffed Potatoes on lettuce leaves, garnished with boiled eggs and black olives.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Saucepan Mixing bowls Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Potato masher

Serving suggestions

Serve the Causa de Pulpo as an appetizer at a Peruvian-Chinese themed dinner party, or enjoy it as a light lunch with a side salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicy kick, add a few drops of hot sauce to the octopus filling mixture.

Cost

$20