One of the most exotic and sensual dishes from Peru, from the northern city of Tumbes. Conchas Negras or Black Scallops are abundant in the Northern Coast of Peru and enjoyed throughout the Southern Coast. It has been popular for many years for its succulent flavor, aphrodisiac and nutritional properties. However at the moment it...
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Stuffed Peppers
I love stuffed peppers! They are easy to make and are very delicious. I don’t add rice to the stuffing, because I am trying to avoid carbs and use ground turkey instead of ground beef. Bell peppers are rich in many vitamins and antioxidants, especially vitamin C and various carotenoids. For this reason, they may...
Papa a la Huancaina
Papa a la Huancaina is a traditional Peruvian dish of sliced potatoes covered in a spicy cheese sauce. It is very light and vegetarian, normally served as an appetizer. The sauce when mix with noodles can create a mac and cheese Peruvian style. The dish is original from the city of Huancayo, one of the...
Ratatouille, My Way..
Final Dish Items that I usually get at the farmer's market, not necessarily on dish My kids and I have agreed to go meatless at least a few days a week, and I wanted to share with all of you my favorite vegetarian recipe. It is a Ratatouille, with my own twists and of course...
When Peru meets China
How you may ask? the answer is through food! In early 1900’s many Chinese people migrated to Peru and brought their cuisine with them. Since they couldn’t use all the ingredients that were not available in Peru yet, they mixed Peruvian ingredients with the cuisine as well as adding the authentic Limean Criollo flavor. Then...
