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Writer's pictureCecilia Tupac

Peruvian Chicken Stir-Fry: Tallarin Saltado de Pollo Recipe

Updated: Oct 4


One of Peru's favourite Chifa dishes, Tallarín Saltado de Pollo is a beloved dish within the Peruvian-Chinese culinary tradition known as Chifa. This fusion cuisine emerged from the blending of Chinese techniques and Peruvian ingredients, resulting in a unique and flavorful dining experience. Tallarín Saltado de Pollo, essentially a stir-fried noodle dish with chicken, is one of the most popular Chifa dishes enjoyed by Peruvians and visitors alike.


Prepare one of Peru's most famous stir-fries with this delicious 'Tallarin Saltado de Pollo' recipe. This dish is incredibly delicious, full of flavour and will completely transform the way you cook your noodles!



Ingredients:


Chicken:


  • 500 gr of chicken breast

  • 1 tablespoon of garlic paste

  • 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin

  • Salt to taste


Noodles:


  • 500 gr of spaghetti

  • 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon of garlic paste

  • 1 teaspoon of ginger paste

  • 2 onions cut into wedges

  • 4 tomatoes

  • 2 yellow peppers, chopped into thin strips

  • 3 to 4 tablespoons of red or white vinegar

  • 6 tablespoons of soy sauce (to taste)

  • 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce (optional)

  • 1/4 cup of chicken stock

  • 1 bundle of spring onion (use both white and green part)

  • 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander

  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano

  • 3 drops of sesame oil (optional)



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