Peruvian-Chinese Fusion
Peruvian-Chinese Fusion is a culinary style that blends traditional Peruvian ingredients and cooking techniques with Chinese flavors and dishes. This fusion emerged in the late 19th century when Chinese immigrants arrived in Peru, bringing their culinary traditions. Over time, these influences combined with local ingredients like potatoes, corn, and seafood, creating unique dishes.
One popular example of this fusion is Chifa, a term used to describe Chinese-Peruvian restaurants. Dishes like Lomo Saltado, which features stir-fried beef with onions and tomatoes, showcase the harmonious blend of soy sauce and aji amarillo, a spicy Peruvian pepper. This fusion cuisine reflects the rich cultural exchange between Peru and China.