Jul 14 2026

Causa Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

Potato mixture with chicken salad.

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Ingredients

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For the Potato Layer

Method

Make the Potato Layer

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and let cool.

  2. 2

    Mash the Potatoes

    Peel the cooled potatoes and mash them in a bowl. Add lemon juice, aji amarillo paste, and salt. Mix until smooth.

Prepare the Chicken Salad

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Causa

  1. 4

    Layer the Mixtures

    In a serving dish, spread half of the potato mixture to form the first layer. Top with the chicken salad mixture, then add the remaining potato mixture on top.

  2. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with sliced black olives, boiled eggs, and avocado. Chill before serving.

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