Celebrate Las Fiestas Patrias with delicious Peruvian dishes

July 28 and 29 are national holidays in Peru that recognize the celebration of Las Fiestas Patrias. On July 28, Peru commemorates its independence from Spain, and on July 29, it celebrates the establishment of the Republic of Peru and honors its armed forces and police.

Read on to discover how to prepare two popular Peruvian dishes: ceviche and lomo saltado!

Widely eaten in Peru, ceviche is a traditional dish prepared using lime, fish, potatoes and onions. For an added boost in flavor, aji or chili peppers can be added to the dish. For an authentic ceviche recipe, check out the food blog EatPeru.

Blending together Peru’s chili pepper, the introduction of beef from Spain and soy sauce by Chinese immigrants, Peru’s lomo saltado is a blend of cultural flavors that will delight your palate. Check out EatPeru’s blog for an authentic lomo saltado recipe.