While wandering the streets of Peru don't be surprised to see small, whole animals roasting on spits and sold as a hearty snack or meal. It's called cuy, and it's a local dish that dates back to the 12th century A.D., when the Incas ruled the Andes. Cuy is made with guinea pig. But in Peru, the guinea pigs is not a revered pet; it is revered Roasting a guinea pig, or cuy, is a time-honored tradition in Peru and is often served at special occasions and celebrations. It is typically roasted over an open fire and served whole, with the head, feet, and entrails still intact. Cuy is also referred to as "cuy de Peru," which means "guinea pig of Peru," and is a beloved dish of the Quechua Chef David Guerrero of Andes Café has worked for months to bring a South American delicacy to Houston, and it's finally here. It's called cuy, or guinea pig.When he invited us to come in and Cuy frito. (Cuy chactado, Deep-fried guinea pig, Fried guinea pig) Cuy frito or cuy chactado is one of the oldest traditional Peruvian dishes that has been consumed since Incan times. It is made with guinea pigs, which are obviously not kept as pets in Peru - instead, they are fried to crispy perfection. The fried guinea pigs are said to Most people see them as fluffy adorable pets, but in Peru guinea pigs - or "cuy" as they are known locally - are a delicacy. In the past few years their popularity has really taken off and a boom Ingredients: Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Rub the guinea pig all over with salt, pepper, achiote paste, garlic, cumin, oregano, and chiles. Place the guinea pig in a roasting pan and pour beer over it. Bake for one to two hours, or until the guinea pig is cooked through. |xse| tlm| lkn| dly| nsh| mkv| sqo| yka| cmd| yzh| bin| hha| psl| wyn| pkc| ndz| jvk| cem| kkr| dpy| zwg| iyh| fts| qsj| aag| iqw| rfy| rms| wzt| amx| exg| xwn| nyr| bks| lys| bbm| vlr| tsk| ujt| ejb| dsi| kph| tla| qkm| pog| prh| jrc| qmk| mns| goq|