The gastronomy of Peru has an endless array of delicious food that few can resist; however, it also features various dishes that are somewhat more extravagant, which only the bravest would dare to try. Let yourself be surprised and tell us if these 6 strange dishes from Peruvian cuisine appeal to you.

Fried Cuy

You've probably heard of fried cuy, a quite famous Peruvian dish because its main ingredient is a fried rodent. To the surprise of many, this dish, originating from the Andean highlands, is full of nutrients and flavor.



Suri Skewers

Like the chinicuiles in Mexico, the suri in Peru are Amazonian worms high in protein that are usually fried and consumed on skewers. This exotic Peruvian dish is very popular among foreigners.

Beef Tongue Stew

Beef tongue stew is a soup that, as its name suggests, is made with beef tongue and can be found in any Peruvian restaurant. It is rumored to be an Andean dish full of protein; would you dare to try it?

Blood Sausage

Blood sausage is a Peruvian dish made with chicken blood, corn, and some vegetables like potatoes, primarily. In Mexico, it could be compared to moronga, so if we think about it, it's really not that strange.

Turtle Soup

Although many might consider it unimaginable, many cultures regard the meat of this animal as a true luxury. If you had the opportunity to try this extravagant Peruvian dish made with turtle meat, would you?

Cañan Ceviche

Peru is famous for its delicious ceviches, but none like the cañan ceviche, a small reptile native to the town of Virú, in the north of the country. It is rumored to be a true delicacy.

What do you think about the strangest dishes in Peru?