''Aguadito de pollo'', also referred to as 'Aguadito', is a traditional
chicken soup
Chicken soup is a soup made from chicken, simmered in water, usually with various other ingredients. The classic chicken soup consists of a clear chicken broth, often with pieces of chicken or vegetables; common additions are pasta, noodles, d ...
in
Peruvian cuisine
Peruvian cuisine reflects local practices and ingredients including influences mainly from the indigenous population, including the Inca, and cuisines brought by immigrants from Europe ( Spanish cuisine, Italian cuisine); Asia (Japanese cuisine ...
consisting of chicken,
and vegetables.
The dish is prepared using large chunks of chicken and additional ingredients like chicken hearts, livers and gizzards. Other ingredients used can include potatoes, corn, peas, other vegetables, rice, noodles, red pepper and various spices.
It typically has a pronounced green coloration due to a significant amount of cilantro used in the soup.
In Peru, ''aguadito de pollo'' is consumed in part for having a theoretical potential for
easing or alleviating symptoms associated with the
hangover
A hangover is the experience of various unpleasant physiological and psychological effects usually following the consumption of alcohol, such as wine, beer, and liquor. Hangovers can last for several hours or for more than 24 hours. Typical sympto ...
.
See also
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Hangover food
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List of Peruvian dishes
References
External links
Aguadito de Pollo Perudelights.com.
Aprende a preparar la deliciosa receta del aguadito de pollo Peru.com. {{in lang, es
Peruvian chicken dishes
Chicken soups
Offal dishes