Recipes

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...

A colorful, light and refreshing summer fish dish Salmon is often considered to be one of the most luxurious fish breeds. It is also a type of fish we rarely find in Peruvian cuisine. Peru’s iconic dish, Ceviche, is most often prepared with white fish like sea bass, tilapia, snaper, mahi mahi, grouper and even shellfish like...

A colorful and healthy snack or main meal that’s perfect for the summer weather. There are various stories about how Ceviche came to be, but it’s definitely a delicious main dish or addition to any meal. Ceviche is Peru’s national dish and there are many varieties and methods of preparing this iconic dish. Ceviche is typically made...

There are many mustard chicken recipes found in kitchens around the world – the recipe is not exclusive to Peru. But Peruvian mustard chicken differs from the popular recipe. As with many cuisines, the differences are in the details but I’m sure you will enjoy a unique take on this popular chicken recipe. What makes Peruvian-style mustard...