Causa Potatoes (Peruvian Layered Potatoes)

Causa Potatoes are a delicious Peruvian-inspired dish transformed by the taste of Honest Earth® Creamy Mashed Potatoes. Lime juice and aji paste create the perfect flavor for the creamy potato base. Spread the potato in a two-inch pan and top with avocado and lime for bite-size potato perfection. Elevate your menu with this innovative fusion dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Peru in every bite.

TIME
15 minutes
YIELD
24
DISH TYPE
Entrée
Causa Potatoes (Peruvian Layered Potatoes)
Prep time: 
Total time: 
Serves: 24
 
Ingredients
  • 1 Bag (26 ounces) Honest Earth® Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Butter & Sea Salt
  • 3½ quarts warm water
  • ½ quart fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 9 teaspoons aji amarillo purée (mild or spicy)
  • 3 pounds avocado (diced and used for layering)
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, place the warm water and lime juice. Add the Aji Amarillo purée and the oil and whisk until blended. Add the Honest Earth® Creamy Mashed Potatoes and mix well. Allow the potatoes to refresh and hold.
  2. Line a full size, 2-inch deep hotel pan with cling film. Spread half of the potato in the bottom of the hotel pan, followed by a layer of the avocado, finish by topping with the remianing potato.
  3. Chill for 2 hours before service. Unwrap and cut into 24 portions. You can also assemble into individual molds and unmold within 15 minutes before serving.
  4. Serve with a wedge of lime.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 181 Fat: 17g Carbohydrates: 8g Sodium: 23mg Fiber: 4g Protein: 1g

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