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Pastel de Papa Arequipeño

Cultural Context

Pastel de Papa Arequipeño hails from Arequipa, Peru, and is a beloved comfort food that showcases the region's rich agricultural heritage. Traditionally made with layers of mashed potatoes, seasoned meat, and cheese, this dish reflects the fusion of indigenous and Spanish culinary influences. It's often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. Today, variations exist across Peru, with some incorporating different meats or vegetables, making it a versatile dish cherished by many.

PeruvianPEmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 milliliters milk
3 eggs
1 teaspoon flour
1 teaspoon salt
potatoes
pariah cheese
buttery cheese
anise seeds

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often cheaper.

1

Add 500 milliliters of milk to the blender.

2

Add 3 eggs to the blender.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of flour to the blender.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the blender.

5

Blend the mixture until well combined.

6

Grease a pyrex baking dish.

7

Peel and wash the potatoes, then slice them thinly.

8

Cut the pariah cheese and buttery cheese into slices.

9

Layer half of the potato slices in the bottom of the greased baking dish.

10

Add a layer of buttery cheese on top of the potatoes.

11

Pour half of the blended liquid mixture over the cheese and potatoes.

12

Repeat the layering process with the remaining potato slices, cheese, and liquid mixture.

13

Finish with a final layer of potato slices on top.

14

Separate the egg whites from the yolks of one egg.

15

Beat the egg whites until they reach a snow point.

16

Add the yolk to the beaten egg whites and stir gently to combine.

17

Spread the egg mixture evenly over the top of the potato cake.

18

Sprinkle anise seeds on top for flavor and decoration.

Cooking Techniques

mashingsautéinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

blenderpyrex baking dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Arequipeño Potato PiePotato Pastel

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