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Papa a la Huancaína

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8/10

Boiled potatoes in creamy yellow chili sauce — iconic Peruvian starter.

Vegetarian Salad Home Cook Friendly V Vegetarian N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Aji amarillo provides fruity heat; the sauce is blended smooth. GF with GF crackers.

Key Ingredients

potatoes aji amarillo queso fresco evaporated milk crackers onion lettuce

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