Potatoes Smothered W/ Egg Sauce (Cariucho)

Health score
12%
Potatoes Smothered W/ Egg Sauce (Cariucho)
45 min.
4
424kcal
25.56%sweetness
100%saltiness
12.5%sourness
14.07%bitterness
28.83%savoriness
81.08%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This recipe for potatoes smothered in egg sauce, also known as Cariucho, is a delicious and comforting dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The potatoes are first cooked with the skin on, infusing them with flavor, and then smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made with butter, flour, milk, and heavy cream. The addition of hard-boiled eggs, jalapenos, and bacon takes this dish to the next level, adding a nice kick of spice and a savory touch. The result is a hearty and satisfying meal that's sure to impress.

What's great about this recipe is that it's not only delicious but also nutritious. The potatoes provide a good source of carbohydrates and potassium, while the eggs and bacon add protein and healthy fats. The sauce, made with milk and cream, contributes to the creaminess of the dish and also provides calcium and vitamin D. Overall, this dish offers a well-balanced mix of macronutrients and micronutrients, making it a nutritious option for any meal.

Whether you're looking for a new way to spice up your potato game or simply want to try a comforting and flavorful dish, this recipe for potatoes smothered in egg sauce is definitely worth a try. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to satisfy your hunger and nutritional needs. So, why not give it a go and treat yourself to a delicious and nourishing meal?

Ingredients

  •  potatoes - remove skin red
  • inch spring onion chopped
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • teaspoon achiote seeds fine canned
  • cup spring onion minced chopped ()
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves minced chopped ()
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • cup milk 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  •  hardboiled eggs roughly chopped
  •  jalapeno with or without seeds (your choice), chopped small (minced)
  • strips bacon cubed cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Start off by cooking the potatoes with the skin on, 1 Tbsp of salt, and the 1 scallion that was chopped. Cook potatoes until tender then turn heat off to keep it warm. While cooking potatoes you can start working on the sauce.
  2. Melt the butter in a pan/sauce pot with the achiote to extract the color. Once the butter is yellowish/orange remove the achiote seeds with a spoon.
  3. Saute the scallions for 2-3 minutes, then add in the flour and cilantro and saute for 1 minute.
  4. Dd in the milk and season with salt and pepper, cook for 1 minute. Then add in the heavy cream and cook until the sauce thickens.
  5. Once sauce is thickened, stir in the chopped hard-boiled eggs and jalapeno.
  6. Once ready to start plating, using a glove, peel the skin off the cooked potatoes and add them onto your serving platter. Smother on the egg sauce and garnish with bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories424kcal
Protein14.14%
Fat47.16%
Carbs38.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.25
Glycemic Load
2.55
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.872173913043%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Quercetin
4.83mg

Taste

Sweetness:
25.56%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
12.5%
Bitterness:
14.07%
Savoriness:
28.83%
Fattiness:
81.08%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:424.44kcal
21.22%
Fat:22.62g
34.8%
Saturated Fat:11.98g
74.86%
Carbohydrates:41.77g
13.92%
Net Carbohydrates:37.3g
13.56%
Sugar:7.87g
8.74%
Cholesterol:238.92mg
79.64%
Sodium:397.63mg
17.29%
Protein:15.26g
30.53%
Vitamin K:64.52µg
61.45%
Potassium:1259.4mg
35.98%
Vitamin C:27.74mg
33.62%
Phosphorus:324.05mg
32.41%
Selenium:21.39µg
30.56%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.82%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
26.22%
Vitamin A:1260.79IU
25.22%
Folate:83.04µg
20.76%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.94%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.95%
Fiber:4.46g
17.86%
Magnesium:68.9mg
17.23%
Vitamin B5:1.69mg
16.89%
Vitamin B3:3.29mg
16.43%
Copper:0.33mg
16.43%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.36%
Calcium:162.19mg
16.22%
Vitamin D:2.32µg
15.44%
Iron:2.71mg
15.07%
Zinc:1.8mg
11.99%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.21%