Causa Limena
Causa Limena It is an iconic dish of Peruvian culinary heritage, served completely without eggs, meat, or dairy products or is 100% plant-based! Maintaining its beautiful layered shape and distinctive flavor, layers of soft mashed potatoes are scented with lime and a light spice, interspersed with savory fillings of avocado, vegetables or nuts. This dish is truly special because it combines the simplicity of local ingredients with an elegant presentation, as well as fresh, balanced and captivating flavors.Perfect as a main course, a special appetizer, or a treat at celebrations.
Shared by Druri
Time
55 min
Serves
3
Difficulty
medium
🛒 Ingredients
- #potato layer ingredients:
- 500 grams of yellow potatoes, boil until soft then peel
- 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 to 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- One teaspoon of yellow chili powder/aji limo, salt and pepper to taste
- #vegetable filling:
- Two ripe avocados, thinly sliced or mashed
- One ripe tomato, thinly sliced
- 100 grams of soft boiled white beans/shredded seasoned tofu
- Lettuce leaves or fine bean sprouts for a side dish
- #complementary sauce ingredients:
- 100 grams of soaked cashew nuts, mash with a little water/vegetable stock until thick and smooth
- A little garlic, salt and lime juice
- Fresh sprouts, sliced cherry tomatoes and a little coriander (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mash the potatoes while warm with olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, and chili powder until smooth and the sweet and sour flavors are just right. Let cool.
- 2
Prepare a small round mold and press half of the potato mixture evenly onto the bottom. Arrange the avocado, tomato, and other fillings neatly.
- 3
Cover with the remaining potato mixture, pressing gently to compact. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to form a firm paste.
- 4
Remove the water from the mold, pour over the prepared thick cashew nut sauce.
- 5
Garnish with bean sprouts, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve chilled. Your delicious meal is ready to be enjoyed!