Simply Delicioso with Ingrid Hoffmann Season 3 Episode 9 Go Peruvian
- September 14, 2008
- 21 min
In this episode of Simply Delicioso with Ingrid Hoffmann, we are taken on a culinary journey to Peru. Ingrid explores the unique and delicious flavors of Peruvian cuisine, which is a fusion of Spanish, African, and indigenous influences.
The episode starts with Ingrid visiting a Peruvian marketplace, where she discovers a variety of local ingredients, including exotic fruits, vegetables, and spices. She then heads to a local restaurant to learn how to make ceviche, one of Peru's most famous dishes. Ingrid meets with the chef and learns all about the history and preparation of this iconic dish. The chef shows Ingrid the proper way to marinate fish in lime juice and mix it with Peruvian peppers and red onions for a perfect ceviche.
Next, Ingrid visits a local family who teaches her how to make papas a la huancaina, a classic Peruvian appetizer that consists of boiled potatoes topped with a creamy sauce made from queso fresco, aji amarillo, and evaporated milk. Ingrid learns how to make the sauce from scratch and uses it to enhance the flavor of the potatoes.
Ingrid also visits a traditional Peruvian farm, where she learns about the importance of quinoa to the Peruvian people and culture. The farm's owner shows Ingrid how to cook quinoa using a traditional Peruvian recipe that includes herbs and spices to enhance its flavor.
Ingrid finishes the episode by preparing a classic Peruvian feast for her friends. She makes anticuchos de corazon, which are skewers of marinated beef hearts that have been grilled to perfection. She also makes lomo saltado, a stir-fry dish that combines beef, onions, tomatoes, and peppers in a flavorful sauce, and serves it with rice and fries. Finally, Ingrid prepares a dessert of lucuma ice cream, which is made from a Peruvian fruit that has a unique flavor similar to sweet potato and maple.
Overall, this episode of Simply Delicioso with Ingrid Hoffmann is a celebration of the rich and diverse flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Ingrid takes viewers on a journey through Peru's culinary history, showcasing the unique ingredients and cooking techniques that make Peruvian food so delicious and distinctive. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just a foodie looking for new flavors to explore, this episode is sure to delight and inspire you.