In Peru, an aguadito is a family of soups, and the Aguadito de Pavo, or turkey soup, is perfect for the Thanksgiving season. All you need to prep is a few veggies, a cilantro purée, rice, and an aji amarillo sofrito and you’ll have a soup that is warm, a little spicy, and full of the unique flavors of Peru. Read more →
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Semana Numero 46
One of the many wonderful gifts from Peru to the world, potatoes, growing in a little garden in Yountville. Read more →
Quinua Atamalada (Peruvian Quinoa Stew)
Creamy, warm, and a little spicy this Peruvian quinoa stew made with the Inca “Mother grain” is the first dish in the Pisco Trail Peruvian vegan dishes series. Presenting, the Quinoa Atamalada. The star of the show is of course the quinoa, but playing a strong supporting role is the incredibly versatile aji amarillo. Read more →
Causa (Peruvian Potato Salad)
Mashed potatoes are a comfort food in many cultures, and in Peru, it’s the same. But instead of using milk or butter, the Peruvian version of mashed potatoes has lime juice, olive oil and hot peppers. Served cold and topped with a tuna salad, it’s a spicy, light and refreshing dish, perfect as an appetizer on a Summer day. Read more →
Causa (Peruvian Mashed Potatoes)
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