Peruvian Salchipapas with Aji Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes, cut into fries (500g) 2 large potatoes, cut into fries (500g)
• 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries (500g) 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries (500g)
• 4 sausages, sliced diagonally 4 sausages, sliced diagonally
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• For the Aji sauce: For the Aji sauce:
• 2 Peruvian yellow peppers (Aji Amarillo), seeded and chopped 2 Peruvian yellow peppers (Aji Amarillo), seeded and chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 8g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Fry the potato and sweet potato fries in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt.
3. 3.
   In a separate pan, cook the sliced sausages until browned and cooked through.
4. 4.
   For the Aji sauce, blend the Peruvian yellow peppers, jalapeno pepper, garlic, lime juice, mayonnaise, and salt until smooth.
5. 5.
   Serve the crispy fries and sausages on a plate, drizzle with the Aji sauce, and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes and sweet potatoes — Make sure to cut them into evenly sized fries to ensure even cooking.
• Peruvian yellow peppers (Aji Amarillo) — If you can't find fresh peppers, you can use Aji Amarillo paste or powder as a substitute.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crispiness, soak the cut potatoes and sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before frying.
• Serve Salchipapas immediately after frying to maintain their crispy texture.
• Customize the level of spiciness in the Aji sauce by adjusting the amount of jalapeno pepper used.
• Experiment with different types of sausages, such as chorizo or hot dogs, to add variety to the dish.
• Garnish the Salchipapas with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Serving advice

Serve Salchipapas as a main course or as a delicious appetizer for sharing. Pair it with a refreshing drink like Chicha Morada or a cold beer to complement the flavors.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy fries and sausages on a platter, drizzle the Aji sauce over the top, and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs. Serve with small bowls of extra Aji sauce on the side for dipping.