Sarza de panza is a fresh and flavourful Peruvian dish that showcases the unique combination of textures and tastes. It has its roots in the resourceful culinary traditions of Arequipa, where every part of the animal was utilized. It is often served as an appetizer or a light lunch option and is a testament to […]
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Seco de cordero from Arequipa is a hearty and flavourful Peruvian stew that showcases the region’s unique culinary traditions. Lamb is slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic broth infused with cilantro, ají, garlic, cumin, and other spices. The dish is often accompanied by a generous serving of fluffy white rice, creating a satisfying and comforting […]
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Pastel de tallarines is a comforting and flavourful baked dish that showcases the culinary creativity of Peru. It features layers of tender paste, bathed in a rich and creamy sauce made with milk, cheese, and eggs. It is a beloved and traditional comfort food from Arequipa, perfect for sharing with family and friends as a […]
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Sopa de chochoca is a hearty and flavourful soup from Arequipa, Peru. It features chochoca, a type of coarse flour made from dried corn, which gives the soup a unique texture and earthy flavour. The soup also includes beef, potatoes, and a variety of other vegetables and spices, making it a nourishing and satisfying meal, […]
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Adobo is a way of cooking that originated in the Iberian Peninsula in which meat is marinated in some kind of stock or sauce and then slowly cooked. Virtually all former Spanish and Portuguese colonies have some kind of adobo that was adapted to local ingredients and products. The adobo arequipeño is the traditional version of Arequipa which is located […]
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Ají de calabaza is a traditional stew from Arequipa featuring tender pieces of squash cooked in a creamy sauce of fresh cheese, milk, and ají amarillo and ají panca. This comforting dish often includes other vegetables like potatoes, corn, and fava beans, adding texture and sweetness. Ají de calabaza is typically seasoned with garlic, cumin, […]
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Locro is a hearty stew popular along the Andes mountain range in South America. This variation of locro is traditional from Arequipa, in the Southern region of Peru. It is a hearty thick stew made with potatoes, meat and vegetables in a rich creamy sauce. It is a popular dish for special occasions, such as holidays and festivals. […]
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Llatan is a fiery and flavourful sauce from Arequipa that embodies the region’s love for bold spices. Made with a blend of rocoto peppers, onions, garlic, and other aromatic ingredients, llatan delivers a powerful punch of heat and a complex depth of flavour. This versatile sauce is a staple in the cuisine of Arequipa, adding […]
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This is an appetizer served in picanterías (traditional restaurants in Arequipa). However, they don´t serve you the finished dish but they actually give you the ingredients for you to prepare it at your table. Ingredients: Preparation: Boil three or four regular size potatoes with their skin, then peel them. Cut one or two slices of fresh rocoto […]
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This is a traditional dish from Arequipa, a city in the Southern region of Peru. Ingredients: Preparation: After rinsing and draining, put the onions in a large bowl together with the tomatoes, cheese, olives, fava beans and corn. Add salt, black pepper, olive oil and vinegar. If you like spicy food you can add rocoto (chopped jalapeno […]
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