A juicy Caesar salad perfect as a starter, prepared with fresh lettuce, tender chicken, crunchy toasted bread, and a delicious dressing that covers it all.
It has its origins in the city of Lima, where it is said to have been created by an Italian chef. It has become very popular throughout the country, offering a fresh and tasty option to start a meal.
We hope you enjoy every step of preparing this exquisite recipe!
Peruvian Caesar Salad
Ingredients
2 Large lettuce
4 Garlic cloves
1 Boiled egg
1 cup of Parmesan cheese
1 Lemon (juice)
300 grams of Chicken breast
3 Tomatoes
200 grams of Toasted bread
Olive oil
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : First, cut the chicken breast into small pieces or cubes, and place it in a pan to lightly brown.
Step 2 : Next, add a little water and salt to cook it through, then set aside.
Step 3 : In a separate bowl, combine the mashed boiled egg, one crushed garlic clove, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Step 4 : Blend and mix everything very well to obtain a sauce or dressing, using a whisk if desired.
Step 5 : Then, add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until integrated.
Step 6 : If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to adjust the consistency.
Step 7 : In another bowl, place the chopped lettuce, the cooked chicken pieces, toasted bread pieces, diced tomatoes (optional), a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
Step 8 : Finally, pour the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the flavors.
Step 9 : The salad will be ready to serve.
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