Peru it does not escape the influence of colonization. One of the most precious inheritances is the Peruvian gastronomy. Thanks to this fusion of cultures such as Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Japanese or African and the ingredients that are born from this miscegenation, have contributed endless heavenly flavors. All this has led to the country being awarded seven times as “Best Culinary Destination”. The last time, in the 26th edition of the international gala of the World Travel Awards.
Featured dishes of Peruvian gastronomy
Among the most exquisite dishes of Peruvian gastronomy we find the Ceviche. This is part of its cultural heritage, just like the meat brochette and cause, which are also the most typical.
El ceviche It is a salad made with fresh fish marinated in sour juices of Peruvian pica lemon. Onion, salt and chili are added to this maceration, depending on the location and time of year. Your presentation is very varied, is a dish so recognized worldwide that each 28 June Is celebrated the National Ceviche Day in Peru.
In turn, the meat brochette heart is one of the most symbolic dishes of the Peru. In its origins it was prepared with llama meat. Later the Spanish replaced it with beef. Finally it ended up becoming the food of the Africans who were only fed with the entrails of animals.
Today, the original recipe for that Barbecue it is prepared with beef heart. It is mainly seasoned with red chili, ground garlic, salt and pepper, boiled potato, vegetable oil, red wine, black beer and cane sticks.
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For its part, the cause It is a dish made based on yellow potato, lemon, chili, lettuce, corn, fresh cheese, boiled egg, avocado and black olives. also can stuffed with tuna, chicken, seafood or other varieties of white meat. It is served with a light mayonnaise bath. It is a dish that stands out for its simplicity.
Has a great meaning for Peruvians because it was born in times of war to help those soldiers who defended the homeland. Hence its name within the Peruvian gastronomy.
The Peruvian lands favor the diversity and richness of their meals. Peru has hundreds of varieties of potatoes, sweet potato and fruit species. The country has fertile fields for cattle. It is also rich in fresh fish thanks to its coastline and the most exotic products from the area of Amazon.
They enjoy a long agricultural tradition that is mixed in their dishes, achieving a combination that is enjoyed at your table. Peru it is a country very rich in products therefore it is a great place to enjoy its culinary art.
