Class
Join Cristo & Yoli from Cusco, Peru and learn how to make Lomo Saltado, a vibrant stir-fry that marries the flavors of Peru with Asian culinary techniques. The dish features tender strips of beef sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and peppers, and is traditionally served with a side of rice and crispy French fries. This beloved dish is a testament to Peru's rich history of cultural fusion, stemming from Chinese immigrant influences in the 19th century, which introduced wok cooking and soy sauce to Peruvian kitchens, creating a unique and flavorful gastronomic tradition that endures today. Lomo Saltado is naturally dairy-free and can be easily gluten-free and vegetarian / vegan with a few changes.
“'[Cristo & Yoli] had great pace and explained things perfectly. I never thought I’d be making dough from scratch, but watching [them] do it alongside me was great!” - Andrew P., Empanadas Class Participant
Please note all classes are listed in Pacific Time Zone. After registration, you will receive a link to the Zoom session we will use. Our cooking classes require a minimum of 4 participants to run.
Ingredients & Preparation
Have your ingredients pre-measured and prepped before the class for a more seamless experience.
If you do not have certain ingredients, our chefs will do their best to suggest substitutions.
Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Stir Fry)
Serves 2-3
Rice
1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
1 garlic clove
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup rice
Potatoes
4 small or medium potatoes
2 1/2 - 3 cups vegetable oil or canola oil, or enough to cover the fries
Salt
Stir Fry
200 grams (7 ounces) beef tenderloin, cut into 1/2” pieces
Vegetarian / Vegan substitution: chopped veggies of choice, e.g. broccoli, mushrooms, zucchini, bell pepper, etc.
Salt & pepper
Vegetable or canola oil
1 red onion
2 roma tomatoes
1 raw spicy pepper (jalapeño, aji amariilo, etc.)
1 oz (2 tablespoons) vinegar
1 oz (2 tablespoons) soy sauce
Gluten-free substitution: tamari
Chopped cilantro, as much as you’d like
Before Class Steps
Cut meat (or vegetables if making vegetarian / vegan version) as directed
Equipment
Certain commonly used kitchen tools are not listed here such as cutlery, dishes, etc. Any additional equipment is listed here.
1 large sauté pan or wok
1 pot with lid for rice
1 pot for potatoes
Cutting board & sharp knife
Mixing bowl
Plate lined with paper towels
Specialty Items
Get to know Cristo & Yoli
Cristo is a mountain explorer, amateur photographer and professional tour guide in Cusco. What Cristo enjoys most about his work is the opportunity to share the culture and history with many travelers from all over the world. Yoli is a tour guide as well who has also been working in the industry for over 20 years. They enjoy the hiking, history, and amazing gastronomy Peru has to offer, which is why they’re excited to share their cooking experiences and to teach traditional Peruvian recipes.
Check out more classes with Cristo & Yoli in Cusco!
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