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Nutritional Values
630kcal
35gProtein
20gCarbs
45gFat
3gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Pork and Corn Stew
How to order / say it
Say it
Chicharrón con Mote — [chee-chah-rohn kohn moh-teh]
Order
I'd like the chicharrón con mote, please.
Locally
Quisiera el chicharrón con mote, por favor.
Say locally
Crispy fried pork served with boiled large corn kernels.
Why try it?
Chicharrón con Mote is a traditional Peruvian comfort food that reflects the country’s agricultural roots. Emphasizing simple yet satisfying flavors, it's a beloved dish in Cusco, perfect for meat lovers.
How it tastes
The pork features a crunchy exterior with juicy, tender meat inside, paired perfectly with the mild, starchy bite of the mote. Aromatic with hints of garlic and herbs.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Originating in rural Peru, this dish emerged as a filling meal for farmers utilizing native corn and pork from small-scale farming. It's been a beloved choice for Peruvian families since the 19th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g pork belly
- 🌾 250 g mote corn
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic
- 🌿 1 tsp oregano
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 3 tbsp oil
- 🍋 1 lime
Method
- 1 Boil mote in water until tender, about 40 minutes; drain and set aside.
- 2 Marinate pork with garlic, oregano, and salt for 2 hours.
- 3 Heat oil in a pan and fry the pork until crispy and fully cooked.
- 4 Serve pork with boiled mote and lime wedges on the side.
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