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Potato Causa

Cultural Context

Originating from Peru, Potato Causa is a vibrant dish that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage, particularly its diverse potato varieties. Traditionally served cold, it reflects the fusion of indigenous and Spanish culinary influences. Today, Causa has gained popularity beyond Peru, often featuring in Peruvian restaurants worldwide, with variations that include different fillings and toppings.

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4 servings
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2 lbs yellow potatoes
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons aji amarillo paste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 avocado
1 lb cooked chicken
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 hard-boiled eggs
1/4 cup black olives
1/4 cup cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Boil yellow potatoes until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

2

Peel the potatoes and mash them in a bowl until smooth.

3

Mix in lime juice, aji amarillo paste, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes.

4

Divide the potato mixture into two portions.

5

Spread one portion of the potato mixture in a layer on a serving dish.

6

Combine cooked chicken with mayonnaise and spread it over the potato layer.

7

Slice avocado and layer it on top of the chicken mixture.

8

Spread the second portion of the potato mixture over the avocado layer.

9

Chill the assembled causa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

10

Slice hard-boiled eggs and arrange them on top of the causa.

11

Garnish with black olives and cilantro before serving.

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