''Aguadito de pollo'', also referred to as 'Aguadito', is a traditional
chicken soup
Chicken soup is a soup made from Chicken (food), chicken, simmered in water, usually with various other ingredients. The classic chicken soup consists of a clear broth, chicken broth, often with pieces of chicken or vegetables; common addition ...
in
Peruvian cuisine
Peruvian cuisine reflects local practices and ingredients including influences mainly from the indigenous population, including the Inca, and cuisines brought by immigrants from Europe (Spanish cuisine, Italian cuisine); Asia (Japanese cuisine an ...
consisting of chicken,
and vegetables.
The dish is prepared using large chunks of chicken and additional ingredients like chicken hearts, livers and gizzards. Other ingredients used can include potatoes, corn, peas, other vegetables, rice, noodles, red pepper and various spices.
It typically has a pronounced green coloration due to a significant amount of cilantro used in the soup.
In Peru, ''aguadito de pollo'' is consumed in part for having a theoretical potential for
easing or alleviating symptoms associated with the
hangover
A hangover is the experience of various unpleasant physiological and psychological effects usually following the consumption of alcohol, such as wine, beer, and liquor. Hangovers can last for several hours or for more than 24 hours. Typical sympto ...
.
See also
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Hangover food
Hangover remedies consist of foods, dishes, and medicines, that have been described as having a theoretical potential for easing or alleviating symptoms associated with the hangover.
List of hangover foods
Scientific
* Asparagus: In a small ce ...
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List of Peruvian dishes
These dishes and beverages are representative of the Peruvian cuisine.
Traditional dishes
* Adobo de chancho: Pork, pepper, ground garlic, onion, vinegar, and salt.
* Adobo: Pork marinated with concho de chicha (corn beer sediment ...
References
External links
Aguadito de Pollo Perudelights.com.
Aprende a preparar la deliciosa receta del aguadito de pollo Peru.com. {{in lang, es
Peruvian chicken dishes
Chicken soups
Offal dishes