Papa a la Huancaina recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Papa A La Huancaina Recipe

Inspired by Viva
Time50m
Serves4

Peruvian potato salad - boiled potatoes smothered in a mildly spicy cheese sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the Potatoes

    In a large pot, boil water and add the yellow potatoes. Cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain and let cool.

  2. 2

    Make the Huancaina Sauce

    In a blender, combine aji amarillo paste, queso fresco, evaporated milk, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Salad

    Once the potatoes are cool, peel and slice them into rounds. Arrange the slices on a serving platter.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Pour the Huancaina sauce over the sliced potatoes. Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs, black olives, and lettuce leaves.

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