Potatoes In Spicy Herb Sauce (papa A La Ocopa)
Papa a la Ocopa is a traditional Peruvian dish featuring boiled potatoes smothered in a creamy and spicy herb sauce. This flavorful and satisfying dish is perfect as a side or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb yellow potatoes, boiled and sliced
- 1 cup aji amarillo paste
- 1 cup unsalted peanuts
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved, for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine aji amarillo paste, peanuts, vegetable oil, red onion, garlic, evaporated milk, and lime juice. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the sliced potatoes on a serving platter lined with lettuce leaves.
- Pour the spicy herb sauce over the potatoes, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Garnish with hard-boiled egg halves.
- Serve at room temperature and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Serving platter Blender
Tools
Knife Cutting board Saucepan
Serving suggestions
Serve Papa a la Ocopa as an appetizer or side dish alongside grilled meats or seafood.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add a bit more aji amarillo paste to the sauce. Adjust to your preferred level of spiciness.
Cost
$10