Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsZona UrbanaTallarin Verde Con Papa A La Huancaina. Recipe

Tallarin Verde Con Papa A La Huancaina. Recipe

Inspired by Zona Urbana
Time45m
Serves4

Homestyle Peruvian noodles with pesto sauce with potatoes with creamy cheese sauce topped.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pesto Sauce

    In a food processor, combine fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Noodles

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and spaghetti or linguine. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta.

  4. 4

    Combine Pasta and Pesto

    In a large bowl, combine the drained pasta with the pesto sauce. Mix well to coat the noodles evenly.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Huancaina Sauce

    In a blender, combine queso fresco, evaporated milk, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Plate the tallarín verde and top with boiled potatoes. Drizzle the Huancaina sauce over the dish and serve immediately.

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