Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes

The roasted guinea pig with potatoes is a traditional dish from the Andean region, cooked with flavorful seasonings and popular cooking techniques. The accompaniment of boiled potatoes and a touch of achiote give it a distinctive and delicious flavor. A typical delight of South American gastronomy that pleases the most adventurous palates. A unique culinary experience full of tradition.

In the traditional recipe of Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes, this emblematic dish is prepared with care.

The flavors come together in a culinary dance that delights the senses and awakens curiosity.

Once on the table, the aroma and presentation invite you to enjoy this unique gastronomic experience.

Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes

Main Course
1 hour
1 Servings

Ingredients

Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes

1 Peeled guinea pig

8 Crushed garlic cloves

1 tablespoon of Cumin

½ teaspoon of Achiote

1 kilogram of Peeled potatoes

8 tablespoons of Oil

2 Finely chopped scallion stems

1 Finely chopped red onion

1 pinch of Oregano

1 pinch of Ground pepper

1 tablespoon of Cilantro

1 pinch of Salt

Preparation

Step 1 : The guinea pig is seasoned with 5 garlic cloves, cumin, and salt, and left to rest overnight.

Step 2 : Then, 6 tablespoons of oil with achiote are heated in a skillet and used to baste the guinea pig.

Step 3 : The guinea pig is roasted over charcoal, pricking it to ensure even cooking.

Step 4 : In another skillet, 2 tablespoons of oil are heated and the onion, remaining 3 garlic cloves, scallions, cilantro, oregano, pepper, and salt are added and cooked for 5 minutes.

Step 5 : Next, add the potatoes and enough water to cover them.

Step 6 : Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7 : Finally, serve the guinea pig over the cooked potatoes accompanied by lettuce leaves, tomato, and pickled onions.

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Season the guinea pig with 5 garlic cloves, cumin, and salt, and let it rest overnight. Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Rub the guinea pig with achiote dissolved in hot oil and roast it over charcoal, making sure to prick it for even cooking. Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : In a separate skillet, cook the onion, remaining garlic cloves, scallions, cilantro, oregano, pepper, and salt in oil for 5 minutes. Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Add the potatoes and enough water to cover them, cook over low heat until the potatoes are tender, and serve the guinea pig on top, accompanied by lettuce leaves, tomato, and pickled onions. Roasted Guinea Pig with Potatoes - Preparation - Step 4

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