Papa a la Hancaina
🇵🇪 A dish from Peru
Papa a la huancaína is a Peruvian appetizer of boiled potatoes in a spicy, creamy sauce made of queso fresco and sautéed or grilled ají amarillo, red onion and garlic, all traditionally ground or pounded in a batán. Although the dish's name is derived from Huancayo, a city in the central Peruvian highlands nearest Lima, it has become a staple of everyday and holiday cuisine throughout the country.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | boiled potatoes, fresh cheese, yellow chili, onion, garlic, oil |
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| 🔥Cooking method | boiled potatoes topped with blended creamy sauce |
| 👅Flavour & style | creamy, mildly spicy, savory |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | appetizer or everyday starter |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Papa a la Hancaina come from?
Papa a la Hancaina is a dish that originated in Peru.
What is Papa a la Hancaina?
Papa a la huancaína is a Peruvian appetizer of boiled potatoes in a spicy, creamy sauce made of queso fresco and sautéed or grilled ají amarillo, red onion and garlic, all traditionally ground or pounded in a batán. Although the dish's name is derived from Huancayo, a city in the central Peruvian highlands nearest Lima, it has become a staple of everyday and holiday cuisine throughout the country.