How to Make Peruvian Locro (Butternut Squash) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peruvian locro is a delicious and hearty soup that hails from the Andean region of Peru. It is a comforting and warming dish that is perfect for cold winter nights or for a cozy meal with friends and family. This particular recipe for Peruvian locro features butternut squash as the star ingredient, adding a sweet and nutty flavor to the soup.

Butternut squash is a popular ingredient in Peruvian cuisine and is often used in soups, stews, and as a side dish. It is a versatile vegetable ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into chunks
  • water to cover
  • salt to taste
  • ¾ (12 ounce) can evaporated milk (such as PET®)
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen sweet peas
  • 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups cooked basmati rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place squash in a large pot and add enough water to cover; season with salt. Bring water to a boil and cook until squash is tender, about 20 minutes. Drain squash and return to pot.
  • Mash squash with a potato masher; add evaporated milk, butter, and salt and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Stir corn, peas, and Cheddar cheese into squash mixture; cook and stir over medium-low heat until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Serve squash mixture over rice.
  • Nutrition

    673 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 511mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 79g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 525mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1265mg