Pilar's Chilean Food & Garden
A recipe blog by a Chilean living in the USA
Versión en español Cornstarch Alfajores is my favorite cookie. I grew up eating them. In my family, any special occasion, such as a birthday, baptism, family reunion, etc., required a cookie buffet, and Alfajores were always present. This recipe is perfect. I’ve made it many times, and these cookies have that sandy, delicate texture that …
Versión en español Picante de Camarones is a traditional Peruvian meal that is also popular in the north of Chile. It is a popular seafood dish that originated in Peru. The dish is typically made with fresh shrimp cooked in a tomato-based sauce, served with rice or boiled potatoes, and decorated with cilantro. You can …
Versión en español I love being able to travel back in time with the blog. This weekend, we invited some friends over for dinner, and I wanted to make this Lucuma tiramisu to accompany the ají de gallina that I served for dinner. And now, five years later, it was no different—a creamy and delicious …
Versión en español I love using evaporated milk in sauces and soups. The concentrated flavor (it has less water) complements our Latin flavors very well and adds richness. It is one of the secret ingredients in my pantry. I grew up in Chile, where evaporated milk is ubiquitous and used for vegetable creams, sauces, and …
Versión en español A traditional Peruvian dish, Lomo Saltado or beef stir-fried, is an excellent example of Chifa cuisine, a mix of Peruvian and Chinese ingredients, techniques, and traditions. Lomo Saltado is the name of the beef dish, but the sides are so traditional that know they are expected to be there: rice and fries. …
Versión en español A perfect appetizer dish to share with friends during Summer, fresh and different: Tiradito Peruvian food is very popular in Chile, and rightly so, as it is delicious. Peru and Chile enjoy an abundance of seafood generously provided by the Pacific Ocean. When my family went on vacation to the beach in the …
