Peruvian dishes to prepare at home

HumitasLike tamales, humitas come in many varieties. It is said that their name comes from the Quechua word humint’a, which means ball or corn dough. They are usually made with fresh corn kernels, which gives them a slightly sweeter flavor and makes them smaller than tamales. Humitas are dressed and filled according to the region, but here is a delicious recipe with cheese, traditional from the cattle ranching regions of Peru.See recipe

Peruvian picaronesPicarones are a traditional dessert from Peru. Their shape is similar to donuts and could be described as a dessert similar to fritters, which are very common throughout Latin America. Picarones are made with sweet potato and zapallo, a type of squash very common in Peru and other Latin countries. They are served with a spiced syrup or molasses, made from piloncillo, also known as chancaca or panela.See recipe

Papa a la huancaínaThis dish is a very typical appetizer from the city of Huancayo, Peru, although it is also a perfect complement for rice with chicken. It is traditionally garnished with hard-boiled eggs, black olives, and lettuce. It's a quick and different recipe.See recipe

Peruvian cevicheThis classic Peruvian ceviche is a lighter version, made with white fish marinated in lime juice, accompanied by red onion, manzano chili or ají, corn, seasoned with cilantro and finely chopped garlic, and served with cooked sweet potato and French lettuce. This fresh preparation is ideal to share with anyone you prefer.See recipe

Easy suspiro limeñoThe suspiro limeño or suspiro de limeña is a traditional dessert from the Peruvian capital and gets its name because a sigh represents the softness and sweetness of a woman's breath. Dare to prepare this Hispanic dessert and travel to Latin America with its rich flavor.See recipe