Papa a la Huancaina Recipe
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 […]
How to prepare and make Cebiche de Conchas Negras
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 […]
Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Roasted Red Peppers Recipe
When I grew up, nutrition was always as important to my mother as deliciousness. This is how my grandmother raised her and it’s the way I am raising my own kids. Quinoa, an ancient grain native to Peru, is one of the most nutritious foods – there is a reason why it’s a staple in […]
Quinoa Croquettes
Serves: 20 1.5 cups mixed red and white quinoa 3 cups vegetable stock or water 3 eggs ¼ cup corn starch 2 cloves minced garlic ½ teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil Preparation 1. Wash the quinoa and strain on fine mesh. 2. Place on medium pot and add stock or water. […]
Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Roasted Red Peppers Recipe
When I grew up, nutrition was always as important to my mother as deliciousness. This is how my grandmother raised her and it’s the way I am raising my own kids. Quinoa, an ancient grain native to Peru, is one of the most nutritious foods – there is a reason why it’s a staple in […]