Crema de Chocho is associated with Peru’s regional cooking traditions and centers on chochos desamargados y leche.
This home-style version preserves the general character of the dish. Any wild or unusual ingredient must come from a legal, inspected, food-safe source.
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Peruvian Crema de Chocho
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Description
Peruvian preparation featuring chochos desamargados y leche, adapted for a home kitchen with clear measurements.
Ingredients
Nutrition
- Calories: 240
Ingredients
- 600 g chochos desamargados and milk
- 200 g red onion en pluma (1 piece grande)
- 120 g tomate or ají fresh (1 piece)
- 80 ml fresh lime juice or vinagre (1/3 cup)
- 30 ml vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
- 10 g herbs frescas choppeds (1/4 cup)
- Salt to taste
Preparation
- Clean and prepare the main ingredient (chochos desamargados y leche) with clean utensils and cut it into even portions.
- Combine it with the seasonings and acidic ingredients, keeping all perishable components chilled.
- Add the main ingredient and remaining liquid or accompaniments, then cook until fully tender and safe to eat.
- Adjust the seasoning and serve in the customary style. Use only legally sourced, food-safe ingredients when the traditional product is wild or uncommon.
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients and clean utensils.
- Adjust the chile heat and salt near the end of cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a Peruvian preparation centered on chochos desamargados y leche.
The cleaning and initial cooking can be done ahead; finish or reheat shortly before serving.
Use inspected, food-safe ingredients from legal sources, especially for wild or uncommon regional products.
