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Peruvian Causa Rellena Potato Terrine
Peruvian·vegetarian·easy

Peruvian Causa Rellena Potato Terrine

Ahoy there, fellow foodies! Today, I've got a delightful recipe for you: Peruvian Causa Rellena Potato Terrine. It's like a flavorful tower of goodness that will make your taste buds do a happy dance. Let's dive in, shall we? Boil those yellow potatoes until they're nice and tender. Don't overcook them, or you'll end up with mushy potatoes like I did once - lesson learned! And here's a tip for you: add a pinch of salt to the water for extra flavor. Once the potatoes are mashed and mixed with lime juice, aji amarillo paste, and salt, it's time to start layering. Now, here's where the magic happens. I once accidentally forgot to chill the terrine before serving, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a mess. So, don't be like me - pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set. As you assemble your terrine with avocado, mayo, onions, and protein of your choice, remember to have fun with it! Top it all off with the remaining potato mixture and garnish with olives and sliced hard-boiled eggs. Voilà! A stunning Peruvian Causa Rellena Potato Terrine that's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy, my friends!

45 min(prep 15 + cook 30)
4 servings
400 kcal
4.5

Ingredients

  • Yellow potatoes600g
  • Lime juice3 tbsp
  • Aji amarillo paste2 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Avocado1, mashed
  • Cooked chicken or tuna (optional)200g
  • Red onion, finely chopped1
  • Mayonnaise3 tbsp
  • Black olivesfor garnish
  • Hard-boiled eggs, sliced2

Nutrition

400 kcalper serving
Protein10g10%
Carbs60g62%
Fat20g21%
Fiber5g5%
Sugar2g2%

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil the yellow potatoes in salted water until tender, then peel and mash them while still warm.

  2. 2

    Mix the mashed potatoes with lime juice, aji amarillo paste, and salt until smooth. Press half of the mixture into a mold to form the base layer.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, combine the avocado, mayonnaise, onion, and optional protein. Spread this filling over the potato layer, and then top with the remaining potato mixture. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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