Calories in puca picante
A typical serving of puca picante provides about 375 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 Ayacucho-style plate (300 g)
Calories
375kcal
Protein
22.5g
Carbs
42g
Fat
13.5g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 125 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 310 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Signature dish from Ayacucho. A stew of red potatoes, roasted peanuts, and pork, whose intense red color comes from panca chili and beets.
Nutritional benefits
- High iron content from the beets and meat
- Peanuts provide healthy monounsaturated fats
- Provides plenty of energy for physical activities
How to prepare it
- 1.Use ground beets to obtain the natural 'puca' (red in Quechua) color
- 2.Toast the peanuts before grinding to intensify the stew's flavor
- 3.Serve accompanied by pork cracklings and white rice
Lighter alternatives
Chicken Puca picante
Less saturated fat than pork
Potato and peanut stew
Vegetarian version by removing the meat
Puca with quinoa
Replace rice with quinoa for more nutrition
Healthy tip
Serve with a fresh salad to balance the density of the peanut stew.
Frequently asked questions
Why is it so red?
The color comes from panca chili and traditionally from beet juice or ayrampo.
Is it very spicy?
Despite its name, the heat is moderate and very flavorful.
Is it a heavy dish?
It is a substantial dish; it is recommended to eat it at lunch.
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