Papa Istmeña

This is another dish from the isthmus region of Oaxaca, which means it is exceptionally rich. It combines potatoes with sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs, and a little bit of vegetables to make you feel just a little better about it all. It is a side dish and you’ll see it everywhere when you’re visiting that beautiful, humid part of Oaxaca. Think of it as Oaxacan mashed potatoes. It’s hard to just have one scoop of the stuff because the end result is a velvety masterpiece.