Peruvian Style Pasta With Aji Sauce

Peruvian Style Pasta With Aji Sauce

Adding a touch of Peruvian flair to your dinner table can bring a burst of flavor and excitement to your meals. One dish that captures the essence of Peruvian cuisine is the Peruvian Style Pasta with Aji Sauce. This vibrant and creamy pasta dish is a delightful fusion of Italian pasta with Peruvian Aji sauce, which is a spicy and flavorful sauce made from Peruvian yellow peppers. Let's dive into how you can recreate this delectable dish in your own kitchen.

  • Prep 15 min
  • Cook 25 min
  • Total 40 min
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Cuisine Peruvian
  • Category Dinner
High-Protein Diet Peruvian pasta Aji sauce chicken pasta spicy pasta fusion cuisine Peruvian cuisine

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in generously salted water. Drain and set aside.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. Add Peruvian Aji amarillo paste to the skillet and stir to combine with onions and garlic.

  5. Pour in evaporated milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.

  6. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat with Aji sauce.

  7. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until pasta is well coated with the creamy Aji sauce.

  8. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss until cheese has melted and sauce thickens slightly.

  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  10. Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
Calories
650 kcal
Total Fat
22 g
Saturated Fat
7 g
Cholesterol
110 mg
Sodium
700 mg
Total Carbohydrate
65 g
Dietary Fiber
4 g
Sugars
6 g
Protein
45 g

This Peruvian-inspired creation offers a delightful twist on traditional pasta dishes, infusing your meal with the rich and spicy flavors of Peruvian cuisine. The creamy Aji sauce adds a unique touch that will impress your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Peru with every bite. Enjoy this dish with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal that will make you feel like a culinary explorer in your own home. Buon appetito!

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