Cuy Chactado

Cuy Chactado

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Maria Gonzalez

20 Feb 2026

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Cook

45 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

500 calories

Ingredients

  • 1 whole cuy (guinea pig)
  • 1 cup corn flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 lemon for serving

Method

  1. 1

    Clean and dress the cuy thoroughly, removing any unwanted parts.

  2. 2

    Rub the cuy all over with salt, ensuring it is well seasoned.

  3. 3

    Coat the cuy in corn flour, covering it completely for a crispy texture.

  4. 4

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Once the oil is hot, carefully place the cuy in the pan and fry for about 20-25 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Remove the cuy from the pan and drain excess oil on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the cuy.

Nutrition per serving

500kcal
Calories

Fat

30g

Carbs

40g

Protein

35g

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