Classic Recipes of Peru

Classic Recipes of Peru
ISBN: 9780754817949
Publication Date: 31 July 2016

Peruvian food is a triumph of fusion cooking; more than any other cuisine it is a unique blend of the ancient with the modern, bound together by an extraordinary geographical diversity, and fuelled by an abundance of natural ingredients. With gorgeous photography throughout, this is the perfect introduction to the food of Peru. It includes the familiar little pastries, Empanaditas, and street food such as Humitas and Butifarras, but also includes tasty soups that are meals in themselves, comforting corn, potato and bean side dishes, fish in spicy sauces, and tempting sweets and desserts that reflect the Peruvian love of almonds and pastry. With beautiful photographs throughout and clear, step-by-step instructions this recipe book is a must for anyone interested in exploring new cuisines and creating delicious food to serve to family and friends. Discover the vibrant food of Peru with this fabulous collection of 25 recipes from an ancient cuisine A wide variety of recipes include snacks and street foods, hot and spicy main meals, delicious vegetable dishes, and tempting sweetmeats and desserts The introduction offers a concise overview of Peruvian culture, and describes the most important ingredients Every recipe has wonderful photographs by Jon Whitaker and includes a full nutritional analysis