Calories in potatoes with spicy cheese sauce (papa a la huancaína)
A typical serving of potatoes with spicy cheese sauce (papa a la huancaína) provides about 248 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 plate (180 g)
Calories
248kcal
Protein
8.6g
Carbs
29.7g
Fat
11.2g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 138 kcal |
| Protein | 4.8 g |
| Carbs | 16.5 g |
| Fat | 6.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugars | 2.4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Boiled potatoes covered with a creamy sauce made of fresh cheese, yellow chili, and milk. A classic appetizer from the coast and highlands.
Nutritional benefits
- Provides calcium and phosphorus
- Source of complex carbohydrates
- Low in sugars
How to prepare it
- 1.Clean yellow chili thoroughly (remove veins and seeds) to limit heat
- 2.Use fresh Andean-style cheese for the correct texture
- 3.Serve over a bed of fresh lettuce
Lighter alternatives
Ocopa
Similar sauce with huacatay herb and nuts
Quinoa Huancaína
Uses quinoa for thickening instead of crackers
Dairy-free Huancaína
Made with tofu and almond milk
Healthy tip
Reduce the number of soda crackers in the sauce to lower refined carbohydrate intake.
Frequently asked questions
Is it very spicy?
Usually no, the goal is the flavor and color of the chili, not the heat.
Is it served hot?
No, it's traditionally served at room temperature or cold.
What comes with it?
It's usually topped with a black olive and a hard-boiled egg.
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