Peruvian Potatoes In Spicy Cheese Sauce (papas A La Huancaina)

Peruvian Potatoes in Spicy Cheese Sauce, also known as Papas a la Huancaina, is a traditional Inca Cuisine dish that features creamy potatoes smothered in a spicy, cheesy sauce. This flavorful and satisfying dish is perfect for a special dinner or a festive gathering.

Peruvian Potatoes In Spicy Cheese Sauce (papas A La Huancaina)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound yellow potatoes, boiled and sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup aji amarillo paste (Peruvian yellow chili paste)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves for serving
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved, for garnish
  • Black olives for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the feta cheese, evaporated milk, aji amarillo paste, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
  2. While blending, slowly add the vegetable oil until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Arrange the sliced potatoes on a serving platter lined with lettuce leaves.
  4. Pour the spicy cheese sauce over the potatoes, making sure they are fully covered.
  5. Garnish with hard-boiled eggs and black olives.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
12g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Serving platter Blender Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Peruvian Potatoes in Spicy Cheese Sauce as an appetizer or a side dish for grilled meats. It pairs well with a crisp white wine or a refreshing pisco sour cocktail.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a few drops of hot sauce to the spicy cheese sauce.

Cost

$10