Recipes

Quinoa fried rice is a creative and healthy twist on the traditional fried rice dish, substituting quinoa for white rice.  Rice holds a special place on tables worldwide, but quinoa offers a different experience, in taste and texture. Quinoa won’t soak up as much sauce as rice, so for some recipes, it’s a lighter, less sticky alternative...

Arroz con Camarones is a popular dish in Peru that brings together succulent shrimp, fragrant fluffy rice, and a savory, spicy red sauce. The sauce is a blend of spices like cumin and turmeric, aromatics such as garlic and onions, and a hint of fruitiness from white wine. The umami flavors of tomatoes and bell peppers, combined...

As the title of this Peruvian dish suggests, the star ingredients are quinoa and sweet potatoes. While they might not represent the most exciting foods or ingredients, the ingredients in this salad combine to make something special. This isn’t a side dish; it’s the main event. This recipe is a contemporary tribute to the culinary heritage of...

Queque de plantano, or ‘plantain bread’ or ‘banana bread’, is a popular snack in Peru, made with very ripe bananas or plantains, eggs, butter, flour, and some sugar for extra sweetness. Add some cinnamon for a little sweet-spicy kick. Add some pecans or walnuts, raisins, cranberries, apricots, and chocolate. Mix together baking soda, baking powder, and a...

It’s not an understatement to say that ceviche is an important part of Peruvian cuisine. Often seen as the national dish and carrying on a tradition started some 2000 years ago, preparing ceviche is a rite of passage for chefs and home cooks in Peru. The basic dish consists of raw fish denatured by citrus. It’s customizable...

Try this authentic Peruvian stuffed avocado with shrimp recipe for a healthy and delicious appetizer or light meal. Fresh ingredients and simple steps make it a must-try dish Avocado stuffed with shrimp is a recipe that everyone should learn to make, even if just to satisfy our culinary curiosity. This scrumptious dish has many things going for...

One thing’s for sure about this dish, it’s a head turner. Your family members or dinner guests will ooh and ahh when these incredibly aesthetic scallops arrive on the table. It’s a crowd pleasing seafood dish that will have everyone pulling out their phones to photograph. It’s hard not to admire the natural presentation, even if you’re...

Pepián de Choclo, a traditional corn stew with roots in Pre-Hispanic times is a rich, savory-spicy stew perfect for serving over rice. The name “Pepián” originates from the word “pipuyan,” meaning “to thicken,” aptly describing the dish’s luscious, creamy sauce. Meanwhile, “choclo” translates to “corn” in English, highlighting the stew’s primary ingredient. Since the 19th century, the...

Discover the vibrant, rich flavors of Seco de Chabelo, a traditional meat and plantain dish hailing from Northern Peru. Bursting with taste, this dish has a fascinating origin story rooted in the region’s culture and agricultural bounty. It’s the perfect example of how history and culture have shaped the region’s cuisine. The roots of this lesser-known Peruvian...

Fluffy homemade meringue dipped in velvety chocolate Introducing besos de moza, one of our favorite Peruvian desserts (or afternoon snack with a cup of coffee). Like a big fluffy bonbon, this delicious bite-sized snack consists of a biscuit base, marshmallow or meringue cream filling, and chocolate coating. Due to their similarity, we might use the word meringue...