Papas a la Huancaina

Papas a la Huancaina is a vibrant and creamy Peruvian dish made from boiled potatoes served with a zesty, vegan sauce. This delightful side dish is perfect for sharing and brings a burst of flavor to any meal.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 400 grams
• Tofu - 100 grams
• Yellow chili paste - 2 tablespoons
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Peel and cut the potatoes into halves or quarters, then boil them in salted water for about 15-20 minutes or until tender.
2. While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the Huancaina sauce. In a blender, combine the tofu, yellow chili paste, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, adjusting the seasoning as necessary.
4. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and let them cool slightly before arranging them on a serving plate.
5. Pour the Huancaina sauce generously over the potatoes and garnish with fresh cilantro.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious vegan twist on a classic dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from potatoes and tofu.
• Contains healthy fats and protein to support overall health.

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