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Peruvian Recipes

39 recipes — each showing allergens, prep time, and servings. Page 2 of 2.

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Humita (Peruvian Sweet Corn Tamales) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Humita (Peruvian Sweet Corn Tamales)

Soft, subtly sweet corn tamales wrapped in corn husks and steamed until tender, studded with queso fresco, a comforting Andean snack.

90 min Serves 4
Dairy
Causa Limeña (Layered Potato Terrine with Chicken) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Causa Limeña (Layered Potato Terrine with Chicken)

A cool, no-cook layered dish of lime-and-aji-spiced mashed potatoes filled with creamy chicken salad, a bright and elegant Peruvian classic.

60 min Serves 4
celery Egg
Tiradito (Peruvian Fish Carpaccio in Spicy Sauce) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Tiradito (Peruvian Fish Carpaccio in Spicy Sauce)

Thin slices of raw white fish bathed in a citrusy, spicy aji amarillo sauce, a refined Japanese-influenced cousin of ceviche.

25 min Serves 4
Fish Seafood
Arroz con Pollo Peruano — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Arroz con Pollo Peruano

Peru's distinct take on chicken and rice, turning the rice a beautiful, deep green using a puree of fresh cilantro and spinach.

20 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Tallarines Verdes (Peruvian Green Spaghetti with Steak) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Tallarines Verdes (Peruvian Green Spaghetti with Steak)

Spaghetti tossed in a creamy basil and spinach pesto-like sauce, served alongside a juicy pan-seared steak, a Peruvian-Italian family favorite.

30 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Dairy Tree nut Wheat
Aji de Gallina (Creamy Chicken Stew) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Aji de Gallina (Creamy Chicken Stew)

A deeply comforting, thick, and creamy chicken stew colored vibrant yellow and flavored gently with mild aji amarillo peppers, thickened with bread and walnuts.

25 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Egg Dairy Tree nut +1
Suspiro a la Limeña (Peruvian Caramel Meringue Dessert) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Suspiro a la Limeña (Peruvian Caramel Meringue Dessert)

A dreamy layered dessert of silky dulce de leche custard topped with a sherry-scented meringue, a beloved Lima classic.

50 min Serves 4
Egg Dairy
Papa a la Huancaina — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Papa a la Huancaina

A cold, vivid appetizer of boiled yellow potatoes draped in a rich, slightly spicy, incredibly creamy cheese sauce.

10 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
Egg Dairy
Rocoto Relleno (Peruvian Stuffed Spicy Peppers) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Rocoto Relleno (Peruvian Stuffed Spicy Peppers)

Fiery rocoto peppers hollowed out and stuffed with a savory beef and cheese filling, baked until bubbling, an Arequipa signature dish.

75 min Serves 4
Egg Dairy
Arroz Chaufa de Pollo (Peruvian Chinese Fried Rice) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Arroz Chaufa de Pollo (Peruvian Chinese Fried Rice)

A staple of Peru's Chifa cuisine, this smoky fried rice combines chicken, scallions, and eggs with a splash of soy and sesame oil.

35 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Egg Sesame Soy +1
Adobo Arequipeño (Spicy Peruvian Pork and Chicha Stew) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Adobo Arequipeño (Spicy Peruvian Pork and Chicha Stew)

A fiery Arequipa specialty of pork marinated overnight in chicha de jora, aji panca, and garlic, then slow-simmered until deeply tender.

90 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry)

A stunning fusion of Peruvian ingredients and Chinese stir-fry techniques (Chifa cuisine), featuring tender beef strips, bright tomatoes, and onions, famously served over french fries and rice.

15 min Serves 3
Seafood Shellfish Soy +1
Tacu Tacu (Peruvian Bean and Rice Cakes) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Tacu Tacu (Peruvian Bean and Rice Cakes)

Leftover rice and beans pan-fried into crispy golden cakes, a beloved Peruvian comfort dish often topped with a fried egg and steak.

45 min Serves 4
Egg
Pan con Chicharrón (Peruvian Fried Pork Sandwich) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Pan con Chicharrón (Peruvian Fried Pork Sandwich)

A hearty breakfast sandwich of crispy fried pork chunks piled onto a crusty roll with salsa criolla and sweet potato, a favorite weekend morning treat.

90 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
No listed common allergens
Choritos a la Chalaca (Mussels with Peruvian Salsa) — Peruvian recipe Peruvian Lens analyzed Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Choritos a la Chalaca (Mussels with Peruvian Salsa)

Steamed mussels on the half shell topped with a zesty corn, tomato, and red onion salsa, a bright and popular Peruvian seafood starter.

30 min Serves 4
Seafood Shellfish