Chifa is culinary tradition based on Chinese Cantonese elements fused with traditional Peruvian ingredients and traditions. Though originating in Peru, the Chifa tradition has been adopted by neighboring countries like Ecuador and Bolivia. Chinese immigrants came to Peru mainly from the southern province of Guangdong and particularly its capital city Guangzhou in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They settled for the most part on the coast of Peru and in the capital city of Lima.
Menu
Wantan Frita
Crispy pork or vegetable wantan with tamarind sauce
Cebiche Chifa
Gulf fish & shrimp, aji baccatum (a semi-hot, fruity pepper), sesame, ginger, pickled radish, red onion, crispy sweet potatoes, peanuts. Vegan version features seasonal vegetables.
Sopa de Choclo
Creamy soup of giant Andean corn, aji rocoto
Pollo or Tofu Tipakay
Fried chicken or tofu in a tangy sweet and sour-like sauce
Served with chaufa (vegetarian fried rice)
Picarones
Sweet potato fritters, with cane syrup and satsuma sorbet
$57.77 including tax, one beer, wine or juice, not including tip.