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Perico Venezolano

Cultural Context

Perico Venezolano is a beloved breakfast dish in Venezuela, traditionally made with scrambled eggs mixed with onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers. This dish reflects the country's vibrant culinary heritage, showcasing fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Often served with arepas or bread, it has become a staple in Venezuelan households and is enjoyed by many outside Venezuela, adapting to various tastes and preferences.

VenezuelanVEmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium onion
2 medium plum tomatoes
6 large free range eggs
1/4 cup fresh coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow bell pepper

Zucchini provides a similar texture and flavor.

red bell pepper

🥗Healthier: carrot

💰Cheaper: orange bell pepper

Carrots add sweetness and color.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a fresh flavor similar to cilantro.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier while butter is often cheaper.

1

Chop the onion and plum tomatoes.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a pan.

3

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

4

Add the plum tomatoes and cook until softened.

5

Crack the free range eggs into the pan and scramble with the vegetables.

6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Finish with fresh coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletwhiskbowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carb

Also Known As

Venezuelan Scrambled EggsPerico

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