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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
12 oz spaghetti
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup pecans
1/4 cup almonds
1/2 cup cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil

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

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

Season the meat with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin, then set aside.

2

Boil water with salt and add the spaghetti, cooking for about 12 minutes until well cooked.

3

Heat a skillet and add olive oil, then sauté onion and garlic.

4

Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it.

5

Blend the sautéed onion and garlic with a splash of milk, salt, a pinch of cumin, and nutmeg until smooth.

6

Add pecans and almonds to the blender for creaminess and texture.

7

Heat the sauce in a pan until it simmers, then adjust the salt.

8

Add cream to the sauce for extra creaminess.

9

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce and plate it nicely.

10

Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblending

Equipment Needed

large potblendercolanderserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Peruvian Green NoodlesTallarines Verde

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