Cuy is what we know as guinea pig and it is one of the special dishes of Ecuador food. Cuy serves as a good source of animal protein for people living in the hilly regions of Ecuador.
Cuy Information:
- Cuy is actually pronounced as “kwee”.
- This rodent forms a big part of Ecuadorian cuisine during times of celebrations and festivities.
- Cuy is also used for the purposes of medicine and fortune-telling.
- These animals multiply very fast and they occupy the lands of villages.
- Traditional dishes of Cuy originated in times, before the Inca period!
Cuy Dishes:
- Tourists visiting Ecuador, should be brave enough for sampling any Cuy dish, although it is an Ecuadorian delicacy.
- Open fire is generally used to cook, fry or grill Cuy.
- The meaty portion of Cuy is quite less and it tastes somewhat like pork and chicken combined together, though some feel it is closer to duck meat.
- One can also find street-side fast food stalls selling Cuy dishes.
Cuy Roast:
- This recipe is immensely popular in Ecuador and is offered by most of the well-known restaurants.
- The preparation of this dish involves a lot of labor, so it is limited to formal occasions.
- It is always relished with one's bare hands and forks and knives are avoided.
- Cuy dishes are integral to Ecuador cuisine and they are often accompanied by potatoes and beer.
