Choritos a La Chalaca

Choritos a la Chalaca is a traditional Peruvian appetizer from the coastal city of Callao, known for its vibrant seafood dishes. It consists of steamed mussels topped with a refreshing and colorful salsa made from fresh vegetables and lime juice, giving it a tangy and zesty flavor. Once the mussels are steamed, a generous amount of the chalaca salsa is spooned onto each mussel. The result is a beautiful presentation, with the bright colors of the salsa contrasting against the dark mussel shells. The dish is served cold, making it a refreshing and flavorful appetizer, perfect for a sunny day. Choritos a la Chalaca is often enjoyed with a cold cerveza (beer) and is a popular dish at beachside restaurants in Peru.