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Tallarines Verdes

Cultural Context

Tallarines Verdes originated in Peru, inspired by Italian pesto but adapted with local ingredients. It is a comforting dish often served at family gatherings and celebrations, reflecting the fusion of cultures in Peruvian cuisine. Today, it is enjoyed in homes and restaurants across Peru and has gained popularity in other countries, showcasing the versatility of pasta in global culinary traditions.

PeruvianPEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups spinach
2 cups basil
8 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons oil
1 cup water
2 cups spaghetti pasta
2 soda crackers
6 fluid ounces evaporated milk
4 to 6 ounces mozzarella cheese
2 aji amarillo peppers

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in cost.

1

Boil a large pot of water for the pasta.

2

In a blender, combine 2 cups of spinach, 2 cups of basil, 8 cloves of garlic, 3 tablespoons of oil, and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth.

3

In a pot with oil, fry the blended spinach mixture for about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, and season with salt and pepper.

4

Crush the soda crackers into small pieces.

5

Pour 6 fluid ounces of evaporated milk into the crushed soda crackers and mix well.

6

Add 4 to 6 ounces of mozzarella cheese to the mixture and blend until smooth.

7

Fry the aji amarillo peppers with garlic in oil until browned, then add to the blender with the cracker and cheese mixture.

8

Blend the mixture again until smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.

9

Boil the spaghetti pasta until cooked, then drain.

10

Combine the cooked pasta with the green sauce, mixing in a little at a time until well coated.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblending

Equipment Needed

blenderlarge potfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Peruvian Green NoodlesTallarines Verde

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