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Delectable Peruvian Causa Limeña: A Paleo-Friendly Breakfast Delight

Discover the exquisite taste of our Peruvian Causa Limeña recipe, a Paleo-friendly breakfast perfect for elevating your morning with mouthwatering flavors and textures. This dish combines yellow potatoes, avocado, pink salmon, hard-boiled eggs, black olives, and fresh cilantro in a delightful fusion of Peruvian and European culinary traditions. Enjoy an easy-to-make breakfast that's sure to impress your senses and guests alike!

🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes - Cook Time: 15 minutes - Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Peruvian

Allergens

Fish, Eggs, Nuts (in olives)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 lbs yellow potatoes, peeled and boiled 2. 1 cup mashed avocado 3. 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 4. 1/3 cup mayonnaise 5. Salt and pepper, to taste 6. 1 can (15 oz) cooked and drained pink salmon, flaked 7. 2 hard
  • boiled eggs, chopped 8. 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced 9. 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped 10. Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Mash the boiled yellow potatoes until smooth, then mix in the mashed avocado, lime juice, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  2. Gently fold in the flaked pink salmon, mixing until well combined.
  3. On a serving plate, spread half of the potato salmon mixture into an even layer.
  4. Sprinkle chopped hard boiled eggs and sliced black olives on top.
  5. Spread the remaining potato salmon mixture over the layer of eggs and olives.
  6. Top with fresh cilantro and a light drizzle of olive oil.
  7. Serve immediately, and enjoy your culinary adventure!

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors and textures in this Causa Limeña recipe is truly a testament to Peru's culinary prowess.

Notes

Be sure to use yellow potatoes for the best texture and color contrast.

Cultural or Historical Background

Causa Limeña is a traditional Peruvian dish that has been enjoyed for generations, with variations across the country. It is typically made with mashed potatoes, fish, and mayonnaise, reflecting the influence of European cuisine on Peruvian food.