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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
media cebolla
2 tomates
cilantro
mantequilla
sal
pimienta
6 huevos
aceite de oliva

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

Picar media cebolla finamente.

2

Calentar un poco de aceite de oliva en un sartén de teflón a fuego lento.

3

Agregar la cebolla picada y un poco de sal para ayudar a deshidratarla.

4

Picar 2 tomates, asegurándose de no quitar las semillas.

5

Cuando la cebolla esté traslúcida, agregar los tomates picados y cocinar hasta que suelten sus jugos.

6

Bajar el fuego y agregar un poco de mantequilla.

7

Romper 6 huevos directamente en el sartén y mezclar con los ingredientes.

8

Cocinar a fuego bajo, revolviendo, hasta que los huevos estén cocidos pero cremosos.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

sartén de teflón

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Venezuelan Scrambled EggsPerico

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