Patasca (Andean Hominy Soup) is a traditional dish from the Andes, made with hominy, beef or pork, and tripe in a thick broth. It is considered a festive soup, very popular in Peru and Bolivia, especially in Ayacucho and rural celebrations. At our catering service, patasca 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
- 2 cups hominy (pre-cooked corn)
- 500 g tripe (cleaned and cut into pieces)
- 300 g beef or pork (chunks)
- 2 medium potatoes (cubed)
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 sprig mint or cilantro
- 2 liters water or beef broth
- Salt, pepper, and cumin to taste
Step-by-step preparation
- Cook tripe and meat
- Wash tripe and meat thoroughly.
- Cook in salted water for 1 hour until tender.
- Add hominy and potatoes
- Add pre-cooked hominy and cubed potatoes.
- Cook for 30 more minutes.
- Make the sauté
- Sauté onion and garlic in oil.
- Add this mixture to the main pot.
- Season and finish
- Add cumin, pepper, and mint.
- Cook for 10 more minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve
- Serve patasca hot.
- Pair with fresh bread or homemade chili sauce.
Patasca is more than just soup—it’s tradition, abundance, and flavor in every spoonful. 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 patasca win you over and taste the true flavor of Andean cuisine.
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