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A platter of Peruvian chicken milanesa with lime wedges, fresh herbs, and colorful napkin.

Peruvian Chicken Milanesa

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The crunchy, golden coating on this Peruvian Chicken Milanesa makes a great accompaniment to tallarines verdes or pasta a la huancaína. Thin-sliced chicken breast is dredged in flour, dipped in an egg wash, and coated with well-seasoned breadcrumbs. Kick it up a notch with a Peruvian-inspired lime and ají amarillo…
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A cast iron skillet with 4 portions of cod in a Mexican pan sauce with tomatoes and citrus.

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The Peruvian style rice feature image in an oval cast iron skillet with grey napkin.

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Two halves of a breakfast burrito with potatoes, sausage, eggs, avocado, etc. and a glass of orange juice.

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A clear glass bowl of salsa criolla (Peruvian red onion tomato salad) on a brown background with limes and cilantro.

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A muffin pan with the prepared cheese stuffed meatballs before cooking.

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Hot honey sauce with a drippy wood spoon and an english muffin.

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A white plate with rustic bread, cheese, and spicy tomato confit.

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