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A vibrant Peruvian stir-fry where hearty mushrooms replace the traditional beef. Sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and aji amarillo paste in a tangy soy sauce, this Chifa classic is perfect served over rice and crispy fries.
Prepare the French Fries
Mix the Saltado Sauce
Sear the Mushrooms
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A vibrant Peruvian stir-fry where hearty mushrooms replace the traditional beef. Sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and a tangy soy-vinegar sauce, this dish is a fantastic vegetarian take on a beloved classic, typically served with fries and rice.
A vibrant Peruvian stir-fry where hearty mushrooms replace the traditional beef. Sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and aji amarillo paste in a tangy soy sauce, this Chifa classic is perfect served over rice and crispy fries.
This peruvian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 423.07 calories per serving with 11.66g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Stir-fry the Aromatics and Vegetables
Combine and Serve
Replace mushrooms with firm tofu (pressed and cubed), seitan strips, or chickpeas for a different plant-based protein source.
Incorporate sliced bell peppers (yellow, red, or green) along with the onions for extra color, crunch, and nutrition.
For a spicier kick, add one thinly sliced fresh aji amarillo or a habanero pepper along with the garlic and ginger.
Serve the saltado over cooked quinoa or brown rice for a whole-grain, higher-fiber meal.
Mushrooms are a great source of B vitamins like riboflavin and niacin, which are essential for converting food into energy and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
This dish offers a satisfying, meaty texture using mushrooms, making it a great plant-based source of protein and fiber, which supports digestive health and satiety.
Garlic, ginger, onions, and tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, which help protect your body's cells from damage caused by free radicals and support overall health.
It's moderately healthy. It's packed with vegetables and plant-based goodness from mushrooms. However, the traditional preparation involves deep-fried potatoes and a soy-sauce-based sauce, which can be high in sodium and fat. To make it healthier, you can bake or air-fry the potatoes and use low-sodium soy sauce.
A typical serving has approximately 450-550 calories. The final count largely depends on how the potatoes are cooked (fried vs. baked) and the amount of oil used in the stir-fry.
Aji amarillo is a yellow chili pepper from Peru with a unique fruity, medium-hot flavor. The paste is essential for an authentic taste. If you can't find it, you can substitute with 1 tsp of another yellow chili paste, though the flavor will be different.
Saltado is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the fries and the fresh texture of the vegetables. If you must prep ahead, you can chop the vegetables and mix the sauce in advance. Cook the dish just before serving for the best results.
Cremini (baby bella) mushrooms are excellent because of their firm texture and savory flavor. You can also use a mix of mushrooms like shiitake, oyster, or thick-cut portobello strips for more complex flavor and texture.
