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Ocopa Arequipeña

A creamy Peruvian potato salad with a rich, nutty sauce, topped with egg, tomato, and a hint of chili. This simplified version uses everyday ingredients for a quick weeknight dinner.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
8g
Ocopa Arequipeña
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil the 1.5 lb purple potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly, then slice into thick rounds.

  2. Step 2

    In a blender, combine the 1/2 cup coconut cream, 1 chopped red chili (seeds removed for less heat), and 1/2 tsp salt. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Peel and slice the 2 hard-boiled eggs into wedges. Halve the 6 cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the 2 green onions.

  4. Step 4

    Arrange the potato slices on a platter. Pour the coconut-chili sauce over the top, spreading it evenly.

  5. Step 5

    Top with the egg wedges, tomato halves, and green onions. Peel and dice the 1 mango, then scatter the cubes over the salad.

  6. Step 6

    Season with the remaining 1/2 tsp salt and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • blender
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • serving platter

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