Peruvian Papas A La Huancaína (Potatoes With Cheese

Name: Peruvian Papas A La Huancaína (Potatoes With Cheese)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (or more, to taste); salt, to taste; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cups monterey jack cheese or 3 cups swiss cheese, shredded; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 6 potatoes, drained, peeled, and quartered; 1 -2 hard-boiled egg, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Scrub the potatoes, place them in a saucepan, cover with water, and boil until tender (about 20 minutes). Drain, allow the potatoes to cool. Peel them, cut them into quarters, and set aside.
2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, red pepper, and salt. Add onion slices and coat them with the mixture. Stir well and set aside.
3
Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat.
4
Add cheese, turmeric, and heavy cream. Stirring constantly, continue cooking over low heat until cheese melts and mixture is smooth.
5
Add the cooked potatoes and gently stir to heat through, about 5 minutes. Do not allow mixture to boil, or it will curdle.
6
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with hard-boiled eggs.
7
Sprinkle onion mixture over the potatoes. Serve immediately while potatoes are hot.

1068

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (or more, to taste), salt, to taste, 1 onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Peruvian Papas A La Huancaína (Potatoes With Cheese) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Peruvian Papas A La Huancaína (Potatoes With Cheese)

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