Papas con librillo, receta tradicional

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is a leaner option while turkey provides a similar flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor, while yams are often less expensive.

Clean 1 lb of librillo by massaging it with 1 tablespoon of flour and the juice of 1 lemon to remove the characteristic smell.

Cut the cleaned librillo into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large pot.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 stalk of green onion, and 1/2 liter of water to the pot and cook for 30 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat a drizzle of achiote oil and add 1-2 stalks of green onion for a good sauté until transparent, about 2 minutes.

Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of oregano; sauté for another 3 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of peanut paste and dissolve it by adding 2 cups of water.

Once smooth, pour in 3/4 cup of whole milk and mix well.

Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.

Add 1 lb of diced chola potatoes and cook for 15 minutes until tender.

Prepare a spicy sauce by blending 1/2 cup of whole milk, 2 rocoto peppers, 1 tablespoon of peanut paste, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

Finish the sauce with finely chopped green onion and a sprig of cilantro.

Plate the dish with a base of potatoes and broth, topped with tender librillo and the spicy sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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