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Shambar
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Type Soup
Place of origin Peru
Region or state La Libertad
Created by Otuzco
Main ingredients Wheat grains, fava beans, green peas, chickpeas, dried beans, meat (chicken, ham, beef); pork skin, ears or tail

Shambar is a special and tasty soup from Peru. It mixes many different ingredients, flavors, and seasonings from Spanish, Criollo, and Andean cultures. It's known as the most traditional meal in Trujillo's food scene. This delicious soup comes from a place called Otuzco in Peru.

What is Shambar?

Shambar is a hearty soup made with several types of legumes and meats. It's a very filling and flavorful dish that many people in Peru enjoy, especially on Mondays.

Key Ingredients

The main ingredients that make Shambar so unique include:

It also must have three different kinds of meat. These usually include chicken, ham, and beef. Sometimes, parts of pork like skin, ears, or tail are added too, which gives the soup a rich flavor.

How Shambar Gets Its Flavor

The amazing taste of Shambar comes from its special blend of spices. The cooks use garlic, black pepper, cumin, purple chili pepper (called aji panca), and yellow chili pepper (aji mirasol). Fresh parsley and vegetable oil are also added to make the soup even more delicious. This mix of spices and meats creates a wonderful variety of flavors.

Why People Love Shambar

People really enjoy Shambar because of its many flavors from the spices and meats. It also has a unique texture because of all the different legumes mixed in. Every spoonful offers a new taste and feel, making it a favorite dish for many.

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