2023年2月5日 · It's called cuy, and it's a local dish that dates back to the 12th century A.D., when the Incas ruled the Andes. Cuy is made with guinea pig. But in Peru, the guinea pigs is not a revered pet; it is revered meat on the dinner table, and has been for hundreds of years.

A traditional Peruvian dish, Guinea pig (called cuy in Peru) has been served whole on special occasions since Inca times. Guinea pigs are cute and cuddly and eating one is like eating your pet dog. Or is it?

Guinea pigs (called cuy, cuye, or curí) were originally domesticated for their meat in the Andes. Traditionally, the animal was reserved for ceremonial meals and as a delicacy by indigenous people in the Andean highlands.

2023年7月29日 · Cuy, or guinea pig, is a traditional delicacy in South American countries like Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. Cuy is lean, high in protein, and rich in vital nutrients. It tastes similar to rabbit or chicken and can be cooked in various ways.

Known scientifically as "Cavia porcellus" and commonly called guinea pig, cuy or guinea pig is a small rodent native to the Andean region of South America. Valued for its low-fat, high-protein meat, cuy is an essential part of the diet in countries like Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

2025年1月2日 · Discover two popular Peruvian guinea pig recipes: Cuy al Horno & Cuy chactado, both different methods of cooking guinea pig, as eaten in Peru.

2024年5月4日 · Cuy, also known as Guinea Pig, are small, domesticated rodents native to the Andes Mountains. They are a delicacy in South America, and have been a traditional food source for centuries. Cuy are larger than their Guinea Pig relatives, and have a …

2015年10月9日 · Cuy is a South American guinea pig found in the Andes. It's a traditional food in Colombian, Peruvian, and Ecuadorian Andean culture.

2023年8月15日 · Cuy, called guinea pig in countries that consider it only as a pet, is native to Peru and raised to consume since its oiled and tender meat is similar to duck.

2023年8月18日 · Discover fascinating facts about the Peruvian guinea pig (cuy), its role in Andean culture, and its significance in traditional cuisine. Learn more with Valencia Travel Cusco Dream.