How to Make Causa Rellena from Scratch. Peruvian Dish

aji amarillo

🥗Healthier: aji panca

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

aji panca offers a milder flavor and is easier to find.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

tofu provides a plant-based option and canned tuna is often less expensive.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

avocado adds creaminess and chickpeas are a budget-friendly protein.

Boil yellow potatoes in salted water until tender.

Drain and let cool before peeling the potatoes.

Mash the potatoes in a bowl until smooth.

Mix in lime juice, aji amarillo, vegetable oil, and salt to taste.

Season cooked chicken with black pepper.

Combine shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise.

Layer sliced avocado over the potato base.

Top with sliced hard-boiled eggs and black olives as desired.

Cover with the remaining potato mixture, smoothing the top.

Chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Garnish with parsley and serve on a bed of lettuce.

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