Cuisine in Peru

Ceviche

National dish of white fish instantly marinated in lime juice, onions, and chili.

• Region: Coastal region
• Main ingredients: White fish, Lime, Red onion, Aji limo, Cilantro

Lomo Saltado

Creole dish of beef and vegetables stir-fried in a wok.

• Region: Originated in Lima
• Main ingredients: Beef tenderloin, Tomato, Onion, Soy sauce, French fries

Aji de Gallina

Home-style chicken stewed in yellow pepper and bread milk sauce.

• Main ingredients: Chicken breast, Aji amarillo, Evaporated milk, Walnuts, Breadcrumbs

Anticucho

Street food staple of beef heart skewers marinated in garlic and vinegar, then charcoal-grilled.

• Region: Coast
• Main ingredients: Beef heart, Aji panca, Vinegar, Garlic

Causa Limeña

Cold appetizer of layered mashed potatoes. Characterized by colorful appearance.

• Region: Lima
• Main ingredients: Yellow potato, Aji amarillo, Tuna, Avocado, Mayonnaise

Rocoto Relleno

Arequipa specialty. Spicy rocoto pepper stuffed with meat and cheese, then oven-baked.

• Region: Arequipa
• Main ingredients: Rocoto, Ground beef, Peanuts, Cheese, Milk

Pollo a la Brasa

Charcoal-roasted chicken marinated in herbs and beer.

• Main ingredients: Whole chicken, Beer, Cumin, Garlic

Pachamanca

Traditional Andean dish steamed with hot stones and earth.

• Region: Sierra
• Main ingredients: Lamb, Pork, Guinea pig, Potatoes, Herbs

Cuy Chactado

Highland celebration dish of whole guinea pig deep-fried.

• Region: Ayacucho
• Main ingredients: Guinea pig, Garlic, Cumin, Salt

Chupe de Camarones

Rich soup of small shrimp and vegetables.

• Region: Arequipa
• Main ingredients: Freshwater shrimp, Potato, Milk, Aji, Egg