Best 3 Aji De Gallina Receta Peruana Recipes

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Ají de gallina is a classic Peruvian dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish is a flavorful combination of shredded chicken, a creamy sauce made from ground walnuts, and aji amarillo peppers. Served with rice, boiled potatoes, and a hard-boiled egg, ají de gallina is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

The recipe section of this article provides step-by-step instructions for making ají de gallina from scratch, along with variations such as ají de gallina with mushrooms, ají de gallina with quinoa, and ají de gallina with chicken breast. Each recipe includes detailed ingredient lists and instructions, making it easy for home cooks of all skill levels to prepare this Peruvian classic.

In addition to the main ají de gallina recipe, this article also includes recipes for making aji amarillo paste, a flavorful sauce made from aji amarillo peppers, and Peruvian yellow chili sauce, a versatile condiment that can be used to add a spicy kick to a variety of dishes.

Whether you are a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this article has everything you need to make delicious and authentic ají de gallina at home. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Peru!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AJí DE GALLINA CHICKEN STEW



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A favorite Peruvian chicken recipe of creamy, spicy sauce made with shredded chicken or hen, aji amarillo chili peppers, minced garlic, pecan nuts, parmesan, hard boiled eggs, and bread crumbs. All served over rice with a few slices of boiled potatoes.

Provided by Eat Peru

Categories     Lunch     Main Dish

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 chicken breasts (shredded)
1 onion (finely chopped, white or red)
3.5 ounces Parmesan cheese (grated)
4 ají amarillo chili peppers
4 breadrolls
4 cloves garlic
Black pepper and cumin
1-2 ounces pecans (or ground walnuts)
dash evaporated milk
2 eggs (hard boiled)
4 floury potatoes
2 cups rice ((uncooked) optional)
4 leaves lettuce
4 kalamata olives
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Salt ( to taste)

Steps:

  • Fill a medium pot with sufficient water to cover the chicken breast and bring to the boil. Cook the chicken for about 25 minutes over medium heat. Remove from the pot and once it's cool enough, shred the breast. Set aside. Use the broth or chicken stock to soak the bread rolls until they've absorbed enough and blend in a food processor to create a bread puree.
  • Cut the ají amarillo chili peppers in half and remove the veins (ribs) and seeds. Holding them with a tong, grill the peppers directly on a high heat flame until the skin is cooked and black in parts. Rinse the peppers and remove the skin, then chop roughly.
  • In a frying pan, add some vegetable oil and lightly fry the ají peppers, chopped white or red onion, garlic and pecans. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend.
  • Pour the contents of the blender into a frying pan and add the shredded breast. Stir well and cook until it achieves the right consistency. Add the grated parmesan cheese and the evaporated milk just before turning off the heat.
  • Boil the potatoes, unpeeled and with 3 tablespoons of salt and leave to cool.
  • Boil the eggs until hard and leave to cool.
  • Place a lettuce leaf on the plate, followed by 4 generous slices of potato per serving and a portion of rice. Serve over the white rice and potatoes. Serve with one or two slices of boiled egg and black olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730 kcal, Carbohydrate 105 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Sodium 589 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AJI DE GALLINA



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This is a delicious, traditional Peruvian chicken stew in a spicy, nutty cheese sauce. It takes time, but is well worth it! I serve this over boiled white rice and baby yellow potatoes.

Provided by Emma

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     South American     Peruvian

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds skinless, bone-in chicken breast halves
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 quarts water
1 loaf white bread, crusts removed and cubed
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup walnut pieces
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons aji amarillo chile paste
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
4 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and quartered

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts, onion, carrot, and 2 cloves garlic in a large saucepan, pour in 2 quarts of water and slowly bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Skim off the foam which forms on top, then cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate and allow to cool. Strain the resulting chicken stock, discarding the vegetables.
  • Pour evaporated milk and 1/2 cup chicken stock into the bowl of a blender. Add bread cubes and puree until smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and walnuts; puree until smooth. Shred the cooled chicken and discard the bones.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in minced garlic and minced onion; cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in shredded chicken and aji amarillo until heated through. Pour in bread puree and cook until hot, stirring frequently. Add more chicken stock if needed to keep from getting too thick. Season with turmeric and simmer for 5 minutes more.
  • Serve garnished with hard-cooked egg slices and sprinkled with kalamata olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 131.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 476.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

PERUVIAN AJI DE GALLINA



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This is a Peruvian dish that is shredded chicken in a spicy stew. Though traditionally it's made with hen. Very delicious. Serve over rice with skinned, boiled potatoes (should still be firm and not mushy), halved on top, with aji de gallina on top of that.

Provided by Amber Berrocal

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     South American     Peruvian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 cup hot water
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 medium red onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ tablespoons aji amarillo chile paste
¾ tablespoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 slices white bread
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with water and add chicken breasts. Bring to a boil. Dissolve chicken bouillon in 1 cup hot water; add to the chicken when water is boiling. Continue to boil until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 20 minutes. Place chicken on a plate to cool; shred with 2 forks. Reserve 2 cups cooking liquid and then empty the pot.
  • Place the same pot over medium-high heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom. Saute onion in the hot oil until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Add aji paste, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper; saute for 2 minutes. Turn off heat.
  • Combine bread, evaporated milk, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese in an electric blender. Blend until smooth; add the seasoned mixture from the pot to the blender and blend until smooth once more. Mixture should be bright yellow.
  • Place the pot over medium-low heat and add yellow mixture. Cook, stirring frequently, 3 to 4 minutes; this will thicken quickly. Add reserved chicken liquid in small increments until mixture loosens some. Add shredded chicken and more liquid as needed until you get a thick, soup-like texture. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 44.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 774.5 mg, Sugar 14 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
  • To make the aji panca paste, roast the peppers directly on a flame or over a grill until blackened. This will give them a smoky flavor.
  • Be sure to remove the seeds and veins from the peppers before blending them.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the peppers by hand.
  • The aji de gallina sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the aji de gallina with boiled potatoes, rice, or quinoa.
  • Garnish with hard-boiled eggs, olives, and parsley.

Conclusion:

Aji de gallina is a delicious and versatile Peruvian dish. It can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. The creamy, slightly spicy sauce is made with aji panca peppers, which give it a unique flavor. Aji de gallina is a popular dish in Peru and is often served at special occasions. If you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, aji de gallina is a great option.

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