Discover 49 Peruvian recipes, from quick favourites to slower weekend cooking.
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◷ 80 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian-inspired pork dish cooked under pressure to tender perfection, served with a vibrant aji verde sauce made from fresh herbs and seasonal produce. This recipe showcases authentic flavors through an accessible pressure cooking method, perfect for weeknight meals.
Nov 23
◷ 60 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian classic featuring shredded chicken in a creamy, spicy walnut and aji amarillo pepper sauce, paired with seasonal roasted cauliflower for a balanced weeknight meal.
Nov 20
◷ 105 minmedium
Traditional Peruvian tamales made with moist, spiced masa wrapped in corn husks, filled with tender poached chicken and olives, served alongside a tangy and vibrant Aji Verde sauce. This weeknight-friendly dish highlights seasonal produce like fresh corn and cilantro, offering a comforting and authentic taste of Peru using gentle poaching and steaming techniques.
Nov 17
◷ 35 minmedium
A wholesome and flavorful weeknight dish featuring sustainably sourced white fish steamed with traditional Peruvian aji amarillo sauce, accompanied by soft steamed sweet potatoes and crisp green beans. This recipe highlights the bright, earthy flavors of Peruvian cuisine using a gentle steaming technique to retain the fish's delicate texture and nutrients.
Nov 16
◷ 50 minmedium
A light, weeknight-friendly dish featuring delicate Peruvian-inspired ceviche flavors wrapped in tender dumplings, complemented by fish poached in a bright citrus broth. Showcasing seasonal produce like fresh lime, cilantro, and peppers, this recipe honors traditional ingredients through approachable cooking methods.
Nov 14
◷ 55 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian-inspired stew featuring tender beef pressure-cooked with vibrant vegetables and traditional spices, served over fluffy rice for an easy weeknight meal.
Nov 12
◷ 60 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian-inspired chicken stew that highlights seasonal root vegetables and zesty traditional spices. This weeknight-friendly recipe uses a classic simmering technique to build rich flavors without complex steps, perfect for a wholesome yet approachable meal.
Nov 10
◷ 80 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian stew featuring tender shredded chicken slow-braised in a creamy, mildly spicy walnut and aji amarillo pepper sauce, served over fluffy white rice. This traditional dish highlights seasonal produce like yellow peppers and garlic, offering a weeknight-friendly dinner full of rich, familiar flavors.
Nov 9
◷ 60 minmedium
A vibrant Peruvian-inspired dish featuring tender pressure-cooked chicken marinated in aji amarillo and spices, served alongside fluffy quinoa dumplings and accompanied by a zesty aji verde sauce. This recipe highlights seasonal peppers and herbs, embraces pressure cooking for quick preparation, and offers a unique twist with quinoa dumplings instead of traditional sides.
Nov 8
◷ 55 minmedium
A vibrant and wholesome Peruvian-inspired skillet supper featuring fresh trout poached to tender perfection, paired with fluffy quinoa and seasonal roasted vegetables. This dish highlights local produce and traditional Andean flavors for a nourishing weeknight meal.
Nov 7
◷ 45 minmedium
A vibrant, weeknight-friendly skillet supper featuring protein-rich poached chicken and ancient Peruvian quinoa, enhanced with seasonal vegetables like roasted peppers and corn. This dish embraces traditional Peruvian flavors with familiar cooking techniques, making it approachable and wholesome.
Nov 5
◷ 40 minmedium
A vibrant and wholesome Peruvian-inspired quinoa grain bowl featuring tender stir-fried chicken breast and a medley of crisp seasonal vegetables. This recipe highlights the nutty flavor of quinoa combined with traditional Peruvian seasonings, offering a balanced, protein-rich weeknight meal that is both approachable and nutritious.
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Compare the ingredients, cooking time and equipment below to find a dish that fits your plans. Each recipe includes quantities and a step-by-step method.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 80 minutes in total. Makes 6 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder, cut into large chunks, vegetable oil, onion, finely sliced, garlic, minced, ground cumin. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), knife, cutting board, blender or food processor, measuring spoons, measuring cups, spoon or spatula.
Kitchen tip: For safety, always ensure the pressure cooker lid is sealed correctly before cooking and follow your manufacturer's instructions for pressure release.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: vegetable oil, Onion, Garlic, aji amarillo paste, Walnuts. Equipment: Large sauté pan, Roasting tray, Mixing bowl, Measuring spoons, Wooden spoon, Knife, Cutting board, Oven.
Kitchen tip: Toast walnuts lightly in a dry pan before using to enhance their flavor and aroma.
Preparation takes 45 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 105 minutes in total. Makes 6 servings. Key ingredients: masa harina, chicken broth, unsalted butter, Aji Amarillo paste, ground cumin. Equipment: large pot, steaming basket or tamale steamer, mixing bowl, blender or food processor, large skillet or saucepan, measuring cups and spoons, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Soaking corn husks makes them flexible and easier to fold without tearing.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 35 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: white fish fillets such as cod or halibut, aji amarillo paste, garlic, lime juice, olive oil. Equipment: steamer basket or steaming rack, large pot with lid, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.
Kitchen tip: Ensure the steaming water is simmering gently but not touching the food to avoid boiling the fish directly.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: firm white fish fillets, skinless and boneless, cut into small cubes, limes, juiced (about 60 ml or 1/4 cup), lemon, juiced (about 30 ml or 2 tbsp), ají amarillo or yellow chili pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped, fresh cilantro leaves, chopped. Equipment: mixing bowl, small bowl, steamer basket or bamboo steamer, large deep skillet or saucepan, sharp knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh fish and consume immediately after preparation to ensure safety and freshness.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck roast, cut into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes, vegetable oil, red onion, sliced into thick wedges, red bell pepper, sliced into strips, yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large skillet or sauté pan, rice cooker or medium saucepan with lid, knives and cutting board, measuring spoons and cups, wooden spoon or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Do not skip browning the beef; it adds depth of flavor and color to the stew.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, vegetable oil, yellow onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, aj ed amarillo paste (or substitute). Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For extra richness, remove chicken thighs after browning and sauté chopped bacon before onions. Add it back in with the stock.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 80 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts or thighs, yellow onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, vegetable oil, walnuts, finely chopped or ground. Equipment: Large pot or Dutch oven, Medium saucepan, Knife and chopping board, Measuring cups and spoons, Wooden spoon or spatula, Blender or food processor (optional), Strainer (optional).
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in chicken for more flavor in the broth.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, aji amarillo paste, garlic, minced, ground cumin, smoked paprika. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large bowl, medium saucepan, blender or food processor, mixing spoon, steaming basket or colander.
Kitchen tip: Make sure to rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove its natural bitter coating called saponin.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: fresh trout fillets, quinoa, vegetable or fish stock, bell peppers, zucchini. Equipment: cast iron skillet or ovenproof frying pan, medium saucepan, baking tray, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: Ensure quinoa is rinsed well before cooking to avoid bitterness.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: tri-color quinoa, rinsed, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, low-sodium chicken broth or water, bell peppers, roasted and sliced, fresh or frozen corn kernels. Equipment: large skillet with lid, medium saucepan, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) for safe consumption.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: quinoa, rinsed, chicken breast, thinly sliced, vegetable oil, red bell pepper, sliced, zucchini, sliced. Equipment: medium pot with lid, large frying pan or wok, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, spatula.
Kitchen tip: Rinse quinoa thoroughly to avoid any bitterness in the final dish.