Glossary of Peruvian Cuisine Terms, Ingredients, and Dishes -The Peru Guide

Chincho: A shrubby aromatic herb, native to the Andes and belonging to the same family as huacatay. It's the primary herb used in pachamancas, giving it its distinctive taste.

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