A Peruvian Culinary Tradition, Cuy Chactado
lagourmandinerhumerie.com – Cuy chactado, a beloved dish from Peru’s Andean region, particularly Arequipa, showcases the country’s rich culinary heritage. “Cuy” refers to guinea pig, a staple protein in South America for millennia, while “chactado” (from Quechua “chacta,” meaning flattened) describes its unique preparation—fried crisp under a heavy stone. This method delivers a crunchy exterior and…