Ensaladang Patatas

Name: Ensaladang Patatas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 3 lbs Russet potatoes, cubed; 1 cup mayonnaise; 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped; 1 cup carrots, finely diced; 1/2 cup canned pineapple tidbits, drained; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/4 cup red onion, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

A Filipino potato salad combining tender potatoes, diced carrots, boiled eggs, sweet pineapple, and raisins in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. Perfect as a side dish for celebrations and family gatherings.

35 minEasyServes 6280 cal/serving

FilipinoSaladStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumCorn-Free

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Ingredients

3 lbs Russet potatoes, cubed
1 cup mayonnaise
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup carrots, finely diced
1/2 cup canned pineapple tidbits, drained
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup red onion, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Boil 3 lbs cubed Russet potatoes in a pot of salted water for 12 minutes until tender, then drain and cool completely.
2

Whisk 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper together in a large mixing bowl.
3

Add cooled 3 lbs cubed Russet potatoes, 4 chopped hard-boiled eggs, 1 cup finely diced carrots, 1/2 cup drained canned pineapple tidbits, 1/4 cup raisins, and 1/4 cup minced red onion to the bowl.
4

Fold gently until combined, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Ensaladang Patatas?

As written, 35 minutes: 20 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 1 hour. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Why fold instead of stir in Ensaladang Patatas?

Step 4 reads: "Fold gently until combined, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 4 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Is Ensaladang Patatas vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1 cup mayonnaise and 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

Does Ensaladang Patatas contain eggs?

Yes: 1 cup mayonnaise and 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Ensaladang Patatas?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 280 calories, with 5 g protein, 30 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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