Causa Limeña
Causa Limeña is a traditional Peruvian dish featuring layers of seasoned mashed yellow potatoes filled with ingredients like avocado, chicken, or tuna. It is vibrant, refreshing, and often served cold, reflecting the fusion of indigenous Andean ingredients with Spanish colonial influences.
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Ingredients
- 1 kg
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 3 tablespoons
- 1
- 200 grams
- 3 tablespoons
- to taste
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Peruvian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Originating from pre-Columbian times, Causa was originally a simple mashed potato dish seasoned with native Peruvian ingredients; it evolved during the colonial period to incorporate seafood and other fillings, becoming a popular dish in Lima.
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