Authentic Causa Limeña: Easy Peruvian Potato & Aji Recipe

Name: Authentic Causa Limeña: Easy Peruvian Potato & Aji Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1 kg kilogram Yellow Potatoes (boiled and mashed, still warm); 3-4 tablespoons Aji Amarillo Paste (or to taste); 1/4 cup Lime Juice (from 2-3 limes); 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (neutral oil); 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 200 grams Shredded Cooked Chicken (for filling, mixed with mayonnaise and diced onion); 3-4 tablespoons Mayonnaise (for the filling); 1/4 cup Red Onion (finely diced, for the filling); 1-2 medium Avocado (sliced, for layering); 2 units Hard-boiled Eggs (sliced, for garnish); 4-5 units Black Olives (for garnish); 1-2 sprigs Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Discover the incomparable flavor of our Causa Limeña, an icon of Peruvian gastronomy. Prepared with seasoned yellow potato puree, spiced with aji amarillo, lime, and oil, and filled with an explosion of flavors of your choice: chicken, tuna, or seafood. A true culinary gem you can't miss!

#Peruvian Food

#Causa Limeña

#Potato Recipe

#Aji Amarillo

#Traditional Dish

#South American Cuisine

#Cold Dish

Perfectly Layered Causa Limeña

Recipe Information

30m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

50m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Peruvian

Spanish

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

18g

Protein

40g

Carbs

13g

Fat

Causa with Chicken and Avocado Filling

Ingredients

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Garnished Causa, Ready to Serve

Instructions

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Boil the yellow potatoes until very tender. Peel them while still warm and mash thoroughly until smooth. For best results, pass them through a potato ricer.
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Boil the yellow potatoes until very tender. Peel them while still warm and mash thoroughly until smooth. For best results, pass them through a potato ricer.
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Mashing warm potatoes prevents lumps and creates a smoother texture for the causa.
2
In a large bowl, combine the warm mashed potatoes with aji amarillo paste, lime juice, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper. Knead gently with your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth and firm. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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In a large bowl, combine the warm mashed potatoes with aji amarillo paste, lime juice, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper. Knead gently with your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth and firm. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Taste and adjust the spice and sourness; it should be vibrant and well-balanced.

3
Prepare the chicken filling: Mix shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise and finely diced red onion in a separate bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Prepare the chicken filling: Mix shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise and finely diced red onion in a separate bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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You can also use canned tuna or cooked shrimp for alternative fillings.
4
Assemble the causa: In a round mold (or by hand), spread half of the potato mixture evenly as the first layer. Top with a layer of sliced avocado, then evenly spread the chicken filling. Cover the filling with the remaining potato mixture, pressing gently to create a compact, smooth top layer.
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Assemble the causa: In a round mold (or by hand), spread half of the potato mixture evenly as the first layer. Top with a layer of sliced avocado, then evenly spread the chicken filling. Cover the filling with the remaining potato mixture, pressing gently to create a compact, smooth top layer.
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Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to flatten each layer for a neat presentation.
5
Carefully unmold the causa onto a serving plate. Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs, black olives, and fresh chopped parsley. Serve chilled.
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Carefully unmold the causa onto a serving plate. Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs, black olives, and fresh chopped parsley. Serve chilled.
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For best flavor, let the causa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.