In Taiwan, all of the pieces are diced to the same size. The mixture is sometimes served between bread slices as a sandwich. If you don’t want to make the mayonnaise, use commercial mayo thinned with a little evaporated milk.

2 russet potatoes, cut in half1 large or several small carrots, peeled and cut in half2 eggs1 small cucumber, peeled and diced½ of a Fuji apple, cored and diced4 ounces whole ham, diced1/3 cup frozen peas, rinsed to thawTaiwanese-style mayonnaise1 egg1¼ cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons evaporated milk2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juiceBring a large pot of water to boil and add potato halves, carrot and eggs. Cook 10 minutes and remove eggs with a slotted spoon. Set aside to cool. Cook 5 minutes longer. Drain potatoes and carrot. Rinse potatoes under cold water and peel off skin.Dice potato and carrot and place in a bowl. Peel egg, set aside yolk for another use and dice egg whites. Add to bowl.Add cucumber, apple, ham and peas. Add about 3/4 cup mayonnaise and stir until everything is coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.To make Taiwanese Mayonaise: Whisk or beat egg and a little oil. Slowly whisk or beat in oil, starting with drops and moving up to a small, steady stream. Whisk in evaporated milk, salt, sugar and vinegar or lemon juice. Makes about 3 cups. Refrigerate remainder and use within 1 or 2 days. Note that people in high-risk groups should not consume raw egg.

Adapted from Alice Chang, Charlotte, N.C.Her story: Her family is from China, but her parents grew up in Taiwan. She was born in Little Rock, Ark., and raised in Raleigh, N.C., where her mother owns the store Grand Asia. Chang moved to Charlotte last year to open the new Grand Asia in Stallings, N.C.Her food: In Taiwan, people love trends. “They’re always coming up with new desserts, new snacks. They’re always changing things.”Potato salad: “Who doesn’t love potatoes? We put potatoes in stews and in stir-fries.” In Taiwanese potato salad, everything is diced to be the same size, with a lot of colors, including apple. “It adds a crunchiness and a sweetness.”