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Peruvian cuisine is renowned for its diverse flavours, fresh ingredients and unique culinary techniques that blend indigenous traditions with influences from Spanish, African, Asian and other immigrant cultures. Below mentioned are some of the famous food items you should try when visiting Peru.

Ceviche

A quintessential Peruvian cuisine, ceviche features fresh raw fish or seafood marinated in lime juice, onions, chilli peppers and cilantro. It is typically served with sweet potato, corn and cancha (toasted corn kernels).

Lomo Saltado

A popular Peruvian stir-fry dish that combines marinated strips of beef (lomo) with onions, tomatoes, peppers and spices. It is served with rice and often accompanied with French fries.

Causa

A cold potato-based dish that layers mashed yellow potatoes with seasoned chicken, tuna or seafood, avocado and hard-boiled eggs. It is garnished with mayonnaise, olives and chilli peppers.

Aji de Gallina

Shredded chicken in a creamy sauce made from yellow chilli peppers, cheese, milk, bread and nuts. It is typically served with rice, boiled potatoes and garnished with black olives and hard-boiled eggs.

Chicha Morada

A refreshing drink made from purple corn, pineapple, cinnamon and cloves sweetened with sugar and served chilled. It is a traditional Peruvian beverage enjoyed throughout the country.

Picarones

Sweet potato and squash doughnuts served with a syrup made from panela (unrefined cane sugar), cinnamon and cloves. They are a popular dessert or snack.

Chifa

Peruvian-Chinese fusion cuisine known as Chifa offers dishes like Arroz Chaufa (fried rice with vegetables and meat), Lomo Saltado Oriental (stir-fried beef with soy sauce and vegetables) and Tallarines Saltados (stir-fried noodles).

Rocoto Relleno

Stuffed rocoto peppers filled with a mixture of ground beef or pork, onions, garlic, raisins, olives and spices. The peppers are topped with melted cheese and baked until golden.

Cuy (Guinea Pig)

A traditional Andean delicacy, cuy is roasted or fried guinea pig served whole or cut into pieces. It is a special dish often served during festivals and celebrations.

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