Recipes

If you’re looking for a hearty, homely dish to make for dinner, then look no further than this Peruvian pork and quinoa soup recipe. Quinoa is a staple part of Peruvian cuisine, and this homely pork and quinoa soup is one of its most popular soups. It’s no wonder that this soup is so popular: it’s colorful...

Pollo Saltado, a traditional Peruvian chicken stir-fry dish, is a fusion meal influenced by Chinese immigration, making it a ‘Chifa.’ Peruvian cuisine has been greatly influenced and inspired by Chinese immigrants who came to Peru in the 1800s. This popular Peruvian stir-fry is composed of thinly sliced chicken marinated with vinegar, soy sauce, cumin and paprika spices,...

Crema de Zepallo is a deliciously creamy soup made with squash, cream, onions, and potatoes. A dish that’s cheap, healthy, and super easy to whip up! We could write volumes on types of squashes, but for now, all you need to know is that the type of squash that is usually used in Peru for this soup...

Juane de gallina is a traditional Peruvian dish from the jungle region known as the Peruvian East or the Peruvian Amazon jungle. The juane we’ll be presenting in this post is different from the original versions of this dish, which were prepared by the indigenous people of the region. The modern juane is a stewed rice dish...

The solterito arequipeño, also known as solterito peruano, solterito de queso, or simply “Peruvian solterito”, is a well-known dish of southern Peruvian cuisine, with the characteristic spicy flavor of the region due to the presence of the padrón pepper among its ingredients. The word ‘solterito’ might sound strange, even if you know a little Spanish, since it...

Energy drinks are very popular today, but they have been around for a long time. They are part of many people’s cultures, rather than an exclusive product of this time. Emoliente (emollient) is a very popular and refreshing drink in Peru and is known for its medicinal properties. Prepared with horsetail (cola de caballo), barley, and cat’s...

Peruvian-style grilled chicken is undoubtedly one of my favorite recipes, because of its simplicity and the delicious results. This is basically my home’s staple recipe. I’m going to share with you the exact recipe I prepare at home for myself and my family. The secret of this recipe is to choose good pieces of chicken with bone, but...

Peruvian food is rapidly becoming more popular around the world, with recipes and restaurants becoming more widely known and loved. One of the four staples of Peruvian food is corn, or as the Incas called it choclo (choccllo). The term choclo refers to fresh ‘corn on the cob’ but is different in taste and appearance from the...

The mere thought of preparing anticuchos makes me happy; it represents Peruvian cuisine at its purest. The star ingredient of this recipe is beef heart. If you have not yet tasted this delicious and highly nutritious organ meat, I encourage you to give this dish a try. It is not only healthy but also delicious and satisfying. ...

Salsa criolla (creole sauce) or sarza criolla as it is also known in Peru, is a preparation similar to a salad, but with more intense flavors. This simple cold relish or side dish is a taste sensation and an indispensable part of many Peruvian meals. Salsa criolla is a cross between a salad and a mojo (mojo...