Aji de gallina is a classic Peruvian dish that combines the flavors of shredded chicken, a creamy sauce, and a variety of spices. It is a popular dish for special occasions and is often served with rice or potatoes. The origins of aji de gallina can be traced back to the pre-Columbian era, and it is believed to have been created by the Incas. The dish has since spread to other parts of Latin America and is now enjoyed by people all over the world. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Peruvian dish to try, aji de gallina is a great option.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
AJí DE GALLINA CREAMY CHICKEN STEW
A great introduction to Peruvian cuisine.
Provided by Pilar Hernandez
Categories Savory
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown the onion in a big skillet or pot with one teaspoon of oil, on medium-high heat, for 6-8 minutes.
- Put the bread, chicken broth, turmeric, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, evaporated milk, sauteed onions, walnuts, green pepper, salt, and pepper in the blender. Blend until you get a creamy sauce. Try and adjust the salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Sugar 9 g, Sodium 1054.1 mg, Fat 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, TransFat 0.6 g, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25.8 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg
AJI DE GALLINA
This is a delicious, traditional Peruvian chicken stew in a spicy, nutty cheese sauce. It takes time, but is well worth it! I serve this over boiled white rice and baby yellow potatoes.
Provided by Emma
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Peruvian
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts, onion, carrot, and 2 cloves garlic in a large saucepan, pour in 2 quarts of water and slowly bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Skim off the foam which forms on top, then cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate and allow to cool. Strain the resulting chicken stock, discarding the vegetables.
- Pour evaporated milk and 1/2 cup chicken stock into the bowl of a blender. Add bread cubes and puree until smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and walnuts; puree until smooth. Shred the cooled chicken and discard the bones.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in minced garlic and minced onion; cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in shredded chicken and aji amarillo until heated through. Pour in bread puree and cook until hot, stirring frequently. Add more chicken stock if needed to keep from getting too thick. Season with turmeric and simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Serve garnished with hard-cooked egg slices and sprinkled with kalamata olives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 131.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 476.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
AJí DE GALLINA CHICKEN STEW
A favorite Peruvian chicken recipe of creamy, spicy sauce made with shredded chicken or hen, aji amarillo chili peppers, minced garlic, pecan nuts, parmesan, hard boiled eggs, and bread crumbs. All served over rice with a few slices of boiled potatoes.
Provided by Eat Peru
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Fill a medium pot with sufficient water to cover the chicken breast and bring to the boil. Cook the chicken for about 25 minutes over medium heat. Remove from the pot and once it's cool enough, shred the breast. Set aside. Use the broth or chicken stock to soak the bread rolls until they've absorbed enough and blend in a food processor to create a bread puree.
- Cut the ají amarillo chili peppers in half and remove the veins (ribs) and seeds. Holding them with a tong, grill the peppers directly on a high heat flame until the skin is cooked and black in parts. Rinse the peppers and remove the skin, then chop roughly.
- In a frying pan, add some vegetable oil and lightly fry the ají peppers, chopped white or red onion, garlic and pecans. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend.
- Pour the contents of the blender into a frying pan and add the shredded breast. Stir well and cook until it achieves the right consistency. Add the grated parmesan cheese and the evaporated milk just before turning off the heat.
- Boil the potatoes, unpeeled and with 3 tablespoons of salt and leave to cool.
- Boil the eggs until hard and leave to cool.
- Place a lettuce leaf on the plate, followed by 4 generous slices of potato per serving and a portion of rice. Serve over the white rice and potatoes. Serve with one or two slices of boiled egg and black olives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 730 kcal, Carbohydrate 105 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Sodium 589 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the chicken. This will help prevent the chicken from burning and sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through but still tender. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of chili peppers in the recipe. If you like spicy food, add more peppers. If you don't, use less.
- Serve Ají de Gallina with rice, potatoes, or bread. You can also garnish it with cilantro, parsley, or a fried egg.
- Ají de Gallina is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of different ingredients. Feel free to experiment and create your own unique version of this Peruvian classic.
Conclusion:
Ají de Gallina is a delicious and flavorful Peruvian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Ají de Gallina a try. You won't be disappointed!
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