Green Spaghetti (Tallarin Verde) is a traditional Peruvian dish, made with pasta and a creamy sauce of basil, spinach, and fresh cheese. It is considered a festive lunch, very popular in Lima and the central coast of Peru. At our catering service, green spaghetti becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 200 g fresh cheese
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup toasted peanuts or walnuts
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: breaded steak or grilled chicken for serving
Step-by-step preparation (for beginners)
- Cook the pasta
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the green sauce
- In a blender, combine basil, spinach, fresh cheese, evaporated milk, nuts, garlic, and oil.
- Blend until creamy and smooth.
- Mix with pasta
- In a large skillet, toss spaghetti with green sauce.
- Cook for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve
- Serve green spaghetti hot.
- Pair with breaded steak or grilled chicken.
Green Spaghetti is more than just pasta—it’s tradition, freshness, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let green spaghetti win you over and taste the true flavor of Peruvian criolla cuisine.
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