Authentic Peruvian Pisco Sour Recipe
Discover how to prepare the perfect Pisco Sour with our step-by-step recipe. This iconic cocktail blends pisco, lime, and egg white into a frothy, citrusy delight.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Quebranta Pisco
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 egg white
- Ice cubes
- Angostura bitters
Instructions:
Chill your glass.
Combine pisco, lime juice, syrup, and egg white in a shaker.
Dry shake (without ice) for 10-15 seconds.
Add ice and shake again.
Strain into a chilled glass.
Garnish with 2-3 drops of Angostura bitters.
Chef’s Tip: Use cold ingredients for the best foam texture.
Traditional Chicha Morada Recipe
A refreshing and antioxidant-rich Peruvian beverage made from purple corn. Ideal to accompany any traditional dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg purple corn
- 3 liters water
- Pineapple and apple peels
- Cinnamon sticks and cloves
- Sugar and lime juice to taste
- Optional: diced fruits for serving
Instructions:
Boil purple corn with fruit peels and spices for 1 hour.
Strain and discard solids.
Sweeten and acidify with lime juice.
Chill and serve cold, accompanied by fruit pieces.
Chef’s Tip: Add quince during boiling for an extra aromatic note.
Classic Peruvian Trout Ceviche Recipe
This ceviche recipe captures the vibrant and tangy spirit of Peruvian cuisine.
Ingredients:
- 200 g fresh trout
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced and rinsed
- 1 chili (ají limo or rocoto), finely chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- Fresh cilantro, salt, and white pepper
- Optional: boiled sweet potato, Peruvian corn
Instructions:
Cut fish into 1.5–2 cm cubes.
Season with salt, pepper, lime juice, and chili. Let rest 2–5 min.
Add onion and cilantro.
Mix gently and serve immediately.
Chef’s Tip: Always use the freshest fish and serve immediately.
Authentic Lomo Saltado Recipe
A wok-fried beef stir-fry with Chinese-Peruvian flair.
Ingredients:
- 200 g beef sirloin, thick strips
- Red onion and tomato, thick slices
- 1 fresh yellow chili, julienned (optional)
- Garlic, soy sauce, red wine vinegar
- Beef broth, parsley, cooked rice
- French fries (homemade or frozen)
Instructions:
Fry the potatoes and keep warm.
Season and sear the beef over high heat.
Stir-fry garlic and chili, then add onion and tomato.
Return beef to the pan, add sauces and broth.
Toss quickly and serve with fries and rice.
Chef’s Tip: High heat and quick stir-frying are key for flavor and textur
