Authentic Peruvian Cuisine

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Chupe de Camarones

Chupe de Camarones

[Shrimp Chowder] Chupe de Camarones is the Peruvian national dish, made with shrimp and vegetables. It’s substantial enough for a full meal. Thick & hearty, perfect for cold weather!

Parihuela

Parihuela

[Mixed Seafood Soup] Parihuela is a fragrant, lightly spicy and hearty seafood soup that has modest origins in the fishing communities of Peru and it is very popular all along the coast. Parihuela It is the maximum expression of the richest flavor from the Pacific […]

Caldo de Gallina

Caldo de Gallina

[Hen Soup] It is a delicious soup, very peculiar in taste and smell whose main ingredient is the hen.

Sopa a la Criolla

Sopa a la Criolla

[Beef Creole Soup] Sopa Criolla is fulfilling and flavorful, but light at the same time. Its special Peruvian ingredient (aji panca), and preparation is very simple,  but gives so much flavor to the broth. This soup is just delicious. Sopa a la criolla and Sopa a la […]

Sopa a la Minuta

Sopa a la Minuta

[Beef Minute Soup] Sopa a la Minuta is fulfilling and flavorful, but light at the same time. Its special Peruvian ingredient (aji panca), and its preparation is very simple,  but gives so much flavor to the broth. This soup is just delicious. Sopa a la Minuta and […]

Patasca

Patasca

[Hominy Soup] Patasca or Sopa de Mote is a traditional dish from the Peruvian Andes. It has a high nutritional value.  The word ‘Mote’ comes from the Inca’s language, Quechua, and means ‘broken corn’, as the mote opens up as it’s cooked. This soups is […]

Ceviche de Pescado

Ceviche de Pescado

[Fish Ceviche] Ceviche is the Peruvian national dish like no other one reflecting the coastal cuisine.

Ceviche Mixto

Ceviche Mixto

[Mix Seafood Ceviche] Ceviche is the Peruvian national dish like no other one reflecting the coastal cuisine. Ceviche has modest origins in the fishing communities of Peru and it is very popular and the pride of all Peruvians

Choritos a la Chalaca

Choritos a la Chalaca

[Callao-Style Mussels] Choritos a la Chalaca, is a very popular appetizer served with a vegetable medley (spicy with a touch of Rocoto). Its freshness and pleasant taste is the best way to open your appetite.  

Chicharron de Calamares

Chicharron de Calamares

[Fried Calamari] In Peru “chicharron” is called to any fry, of animal origin, that ends with a very crispy texture. Chicharron de Calamares is a perfect appetizer to enjoy with family and friends. It is one of the favorite dishes of people who live on […]

Causa Rellena

Causa Rellena

[Stuffed Causa] The elite Peruvian dish. The word causa comes from the Quechua word kausay, which means “life” or “sustenance of life”. This dish combines two key Andean crops: potatoes and ají. Potato is one of the contributions of Peru to the world. In the […]

Papa Rellena

Papa Rellena

[Stuffed Potato] Potato is one of the contributions of Peru to the world. In the world there are 5000 potato varieties, of which 3000 are clearly Peruvian. Papa Rellena is the Andean stuffed potato. It is mashed potato, stuffed with meat then fried.

Tamales

Tamales

[Tamale] Tamal is one of the most traditional dishes of Peruvian cuisine. Moist, slightly spicy, and with an exotic flavor provided by the banana leaf wrapping; stuffed traditionally with pork or chicken.

Choclo con Queso

Choclo con Queso

[Corn with Cheese] Choclo con Queso, is Peruvian corn sided by slices of fresh cheese. Peruvian corn is very unique in size, texture, and flavor.

Jalea

Jalea

Jalea is a Peruvian Fried Seafood Platter. Served over a layer of Lime-Marinated Onion and Tomato Salad

Tacu Tacu de Mariscos

Tacu Tacu de Mariscos

Tacu-Tacu is a typical Peruvian dish. Its main ingredients are rice and beans. Mixed and then fried in a skillet to make a large patty. Rocotos’ version is filled with Salsa de Mariscos or Lomo

Pescado en Salsa de Mariscos

Pescado en Salsa de Mariscos

Pescado en Salsa de Mariscos is a traditional Peruvian dish. It is a fried fish filet mounted with creamy sauce of mixed seafood. The sauce is based on Aji Panca and garlic. Just Delicious!

Pescado a lo Macho

Pescado a lo Macho

Pescado a lo Macho is a fragrant, lightly spicy and hearty seafood sauce that has modest origins in the fishing communities of Peru and it is very popular all along the coast. Pescado a lo Macho is the maximum expression of the richest flavor from […]

Pescado Saltado

Pescado Saltado

Pescado Saltado is a popular and traditional Peruvian dish. Quick and hearty stir fry combines marinated strips of fish with onions, tomatoes and touch of cilantro. Don’t wait!, you have to try it!

Pescado en Salsa de Camarones

Pescado en Salsa de Camarones

Pescado en Salsa de Camarones is a very popular dish all along the Peruvian coast. Adding extra flavor to the fish filet with the delicious taste of shrimp.

Filete de Pescado

Filete de Pescado

Filete de Pescado, A fish fillet served with rice and vegetables.

Sudado de Pescado

Sudado de Pescado

Sudado de Pescado, seasoned with Peruvian spices, onion and tomato, then Steamed. Simply delicious!

Picante de Mariscos

Picante de Mariscos

Picante de Mariscos is a fragrant, spicy and hearty seafood soup that has everything from the sea. It is very popular all along the coast.

Arroz con Mariscos

Arroz con Mariscos

Arroz con Mariscos is a generous rice dish, seasoned and mixed seafood. This rice is filled of flavor, delightful and colorful.

Arroz Chaufa de Mariscos

Arroz Chaufa de Mariscos

Peruvians love the Arroz Chaufa, the famous stir-fried rice from Chinese descent and adopted as them many years ago. There are many versions of Arroz Chaufa and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, with seafood […]

Arroz Chaufa de Pollo

Arroz Chaufa de Pollo

Peruvians love the Arroz Chaufa, the famous stir-fried rice from Chinese descent and adopted as them many years ago. There are many versions of Arroz Chaufa and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, with seafood […]

Pollo Saltado

Pollo Saltado

Pollo Saltado is a popular and traditional Peruvian dish. Quick and hearty stir fry combines marinated strips of chicken with onions, tomatoes and touch of cilantro. Don’t wait!, you have to try it!

Milanesa de Pollo

Milanesa de Pollo

Milanesa de Pollo Peruvian style is crispy outside and juicy inside. Order it and taste the difference!

Pechuga a la Parrilla

Pechuga a la Parrilla

Pechuga a la Parrilla, Grilled chicken breast flavorful marinated and cooked at the right temperature. Simply delicious!

Chuleta Frita

Chuleta Frita

Chuleta Frita is the pork chop flavorful marinated and fried at the right temperature. Simply delicious!

Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado is the elite Peruvian dish. It is the most popular and traditional Peruvian dish. Quick and hearty stir fry combines marinated strips of sirloin with onions, tomatoes and touch of cilantro. It is simply delicious!!

Bistec a lo Pobre

Bistec a lo Pobre

Bistec a lo Pobre, it is a very particular and delicious way to prepare steaks in Peru. Try it and you will understand what we are talking about. It is just delicious!!

Arroz Chaufa de Carne

Arroz Chaufa de Carne

Peruvians love the Arroz Chaufa, the famous stir-fried rice from Chinese descent and adopted as them many years ago. There are many versions of Arroz Chaufa and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, with seafood […]

Tacu Tacu con Lomo

Tacu Tacu con Lomo

Tacu-Tacu is a typical Peruvian dish. Its main ingredients are rice and beans. Mixed and then fried in a skillet to make a large patty. Rocotos’ version is filled with Salsa de Mariscos or Lomo

Tallarin Saltado de Pollo

Tallarin Saltado de Pollo

Tallarin Saltado is one of the most popular dishes of Peruvian cuisine. It is considered a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian food. There are many version of Tallarin Saltado and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, […]

Tallarin Saltado de Mariscos

Tallarin Saltado de Mariscos

Tallarin Saltado is one of the most popular dishes of Peruvian cuisine. It is considered a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian food. There are many version of Tallarin Saltado and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, […]

Tallarin Saltado de Carne

Tallarin Saltado de Carne

Tallarin Saltado is one of the most popular dishes of Peruvian cuisine. It is considered a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian food. There are many version of Tallarin Saltado and it depends of the meat ingredient. It could be made with chicken, with pork, with beef, […]

Tallarines Verdes con Bistec

Tallarines Verdes con Bistec

Tallarines Verdes traditional Peruvian dish made with a fresh spinach and basil, the result: creamy, bright, and fresh sauce delicious on their own or with meat or fish.  

Pollo a la Brasa

Pollo a la Brasa

Delicioso pollo a la brasa, preparado com en e Peru  

Anticuchos

Anticuchos

Anticucho Peruano, corazon y sason peruano para el mundo