Chilcano
Jose Garcia
20 Feb 2026
Prep
10 mins
Cook
20 mins
Serves
4 People
Calories
220 calories
IngredientsWhat you need
- 500 grams fresh fish (such as hake or cod)
- 2 cups fish stock
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 medium lime
- 1 teaspoon aji amarillo paste
- to taste none salt
Method
- 1
In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a little oil over medium heat until the onion is translucent.
- 2
Add the grated ginger and aji amarillo paste, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Pour in the fish stock and bring to a boil.
- 4
Once boiling, reduce the heat and carefully add the cubed fish to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- 5
Stir in the lime juice and add salt to taste.
- 6
Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
- 7
Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro or a slice of lime.
Nutrition per serving
Fat
8g
Carbs
10g
Protein
28g
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Comments
This Chilcano recipe perfectly highlights the freshness of the fish for a delightful meal.
This Chilcano recipe showcases fresh ingredients that come together for a delightful dish.
Making Chilcano is a wonderful way to bring the warmth of home cooking to your table, highlighting the freshness of the fish. Enjoy crafting this comforting dish with loved ones.
Sounds delicious! Can't wait to try it!
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Jose Garcia
20 February 2026
Nutrition per serving
Fat
8g
Carbs
10g
Protein
28g
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