Glossary of Peruvian Cuisine
Most Common Terms, Dishes, and Ingredients.

Paiche: Native to the Amazon river and its tributaries, the paiche (Arapaima gigas) is the world's largest freshwater fish. A fundamental ingredient in the cuisine of Amazon people, paiches can measure more than 3 metres and reach a weigh of 200kg.

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