In the middle of Peru’s desert, you’ll find the Huacachina oasis. Many popular activities are done there. They include sandboarding, dune buggy rides, dune buggy tours, and sand dune tours. It is the only natural oasis in South America.
The Huacachina desert oasis also offers delicious Peruvian cuisine. Located in the Ica region, we’ll see a few choices for you to consider while you visit Huacachina:
Sopa seca is a delicious noodle soup. The tastes include achiote, basil, tomato, parsley, red pepper, and other seasonings. It is commonly served with chicken, but it can also be cooked with pork or fowl. Sopa Seca combines nicely with Carapulcra.
Carapulcra's combines Afro-Peruvian, Spanish, and Andean traditions. It is Peru's earliest "mestizo" (mixed) cuisine. Carapulcra's main ingredient is "dried potato." Additionally, the dish includes pork, onion, aji panca (chili), and crushed peanuts. As previously indicated, this dinner pairs well with sopa seca.
Chickpea Salad: Try this vegetarian dish. It's made of diced chickpeas blended with lemon juice, onion, spices, and rocoto. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tejas: Tejas are traditional Peruvian truffles from Ica. Their exteriors are frequently coated in white sugar. Chocotejas, which have a chocolate covering, are also very popular. A layer of nuts sits beneath the coating, followed by a manjar blanco, or dried fruit filling.
Frejol colado: This place offers something sweet: strained beans. Despite being a typical Easter treat, it can be enjoyed any time of year. The primary ingredients in this delicacy are molasses, sugar, milk, cloves, and beans. This mixture renders it impossible to taste the beans.
Visitors looking for a unique culinary experience will find restaurants around the oasis. They serve a diverse range of Peruvian and foreign meals, these meals use fresh and tasty ingredients. For example, Wild Olive has a terrace with a lagoon view. It serves the best Italian-Peruvian cuisine in Huacachina.
The Huacafuckingchina is another good option. This laid-back ruthlessly named eaterie has the most modern decor in the village. It's especially popular with tourists because of the friendly staff that work hard to keep tourists coming back.
If you prefer something more casual, you'll be captivated by street food stalls. They have wonderful smells and traditional dishes. Pubs and cafés offer many cocktails, coffees, and natural juices, suitable for people who want to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink.
You can have an elegant and refined lunch, or, a casual and relaxing one. Huacachina has plenty of options to fill your appetite. Immerse yourself in the flavors and scents of Peruvian cuisine. At the same time, appreciate the hospitality and charm of this stunning desert oasis in Huacachina Peru
At Viagens Machu Picchu, we are dedicated to giving you a great experience at every stop on your tour through this region. Contact us and we will plan the trip of your dreams.
