History and origin

Among the many stories that can be told about the origin of this food is the one suggested by the famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio. He mentions that the origin of this recipe is due to a forbidden love between a Genoese woman and a Cantonese man. It is said that this couple fled their family home and formed their new home by merging the typical cooking techniques of each of their cultures, and thus, this well-known recipe emerged, a unique blend of Genoese and Cantonese culinary traditions.

Ingredients of arroz con camarones recipe

• 1 kg of medium shrimp.
• 1 chopped red onion.
• 2 chopped garlic cloves.
• 1 diced red pepper.
• 1 yellow chili pepper in strips.
• 2 heads of green onion.
• 2 blended yellow chili peppers (without veins or seeds)
• 2 cups of white rice.

Preparation

1. The camarones have their heads removed from their tails, the tails peeled, and
The shells were saved.
2. The heads are opened, and the coral inside them is removed.
3. All the heads and shells are boiled in two cups of water for fifteen minutes to prepare a broth.
4. Heat a frying pan or small pot with a bit of vegetable oil. Once hot, lower the heat to medium and add the onion, garlic, and green onion. Cook for five minutes.
5. Add the already blended yellow chili and let it cook for another five minutes. Then add the camarones and corral, and cook for another minute.
6. Season everything with salt, pepper, cumin, oregano powder, toothpick powder, chopped pepper, chili strips, raw peas, white wine, and a cup of shrimp broth.
7. Boil for five minutes. Add half a cup of chopped cilantro, a tablespoon of oyster sauce, and four cups of cooked white rice.
8. Add the shrimp tails and let the rice absorb the sauce over high heat for two or three minutes, similar to preparing chufa.
9. And finally, add a few drops of lemon and a little grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Where to try Peruvian arroz con camarones

In Lima

Cevichería Barra Maretazo | Peruvian Food: A place to try a Ceviche Mixto and its Peruvian Shrimp and Rice. In addition to the attention of its staff, which is worth highlighting positively.
Location
Calle Alcanfores 373. Miraflores 15074. Lima Peru.
Punto Azul: Here, you can try delicious traditional Peruvian food, mostly seafood delicacies. Yes, in addition to Ceviche, you can find shrimp and rice dishes, which are spectacular and enough for two people.
Location
Calle San Martin 595, Miraflores 15074. Lima Peru.

In Cusco

Morena Peruvian Kitchen: Here, you will find excellent Peruvian cuisine with organic and local ingredients. In addition to an incredible mix of flavors and textures in its dishes
Location
Plaza de Armas, Portal Harinas 181, Cusco 08001, Peru.
Rucula Peruvian Restaurant: This restaurant offers an unparalleled experience with its excellent food, quality, freshness, and service. Of course, you can order the Peruvian Shrimp and Rice dish. Location Corner Triunfo 395 with the palace, steps above the Plaza de Armas, Casa Las Arpías, Cusco, 08002, Peru.

Machu Pichu

Full House Peruvian Cuisine: In this place, you will find all kinds of traditional food, and camarones con arroz are no exception. You will enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Location Imperio de los Incas 620, Aguas Calientes 08681. Machu Picchu. Peru 
The camarones con arroz are a must-try dish for traditional Peruvian food. So during your visit to Peru, you cannot miss trying it and enjoying it.