Tallarines Verdes

Tallarines Verdes is a classic Peruvian pasta dish featuring fettuccine tossed in a creamy green sauce made with basil or spinach, garlic, cheese, nuts, and olive oil. It’s flavorful, vibrant, and often served with extra cheese on top.

This dish is known for its vibrant green color and rich flavor, thanks to a pesto-like sauce prepared with fresh herbs, cheese, and nuts. Depending on the recipe, the sauce may also include milk or cream for added smoothness.

Main Ingredients:

1. Pasta noodles: Typically fettuccine, spaghetti, or linguine.

2. Green sauce base:

   • Fresh spinach or basil (the source of the green color and flavor)

   • Garlic (adds aroma and depth)

   • Cheese (queso fresco or Parmesan)

   • Nuts (pine nuts or walnuts, toasted)

   • Olive oil (for blending into a smooth sauce)

   • Milk or cream (optional, for extra creaminess)

3. Additional ingredients (optional):

   • Sautéed onions (adds sweetness and depth)

   • Ají amarillo (Peruvian yellow chili pepper, for a mild spicy kick)

   • Evaporated milk (for more creaminess)

   • Salt and pepper (to taste)