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Saltado de Mariscos

A vibrant Peruvian stir-fry featuring mixed seafood wok-tossed with red onions, tomatoes, and crispy french fries in a tangy soy-vinegar sauce.

30 minMediumServes 4450 cal/serving

PeruvianDinnerStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreePork-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb mixed seafood, cleaned
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste
  • 1 onion red onion, thickly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes plum tomatoes, wedged
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 lb french fries, cooked warm
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb cleaned mixed seafood and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until opaque and reaching an internal temperature of 145°F.

  3. 3

    Transfer seafood to a plate and add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste to the wok, stir-frying for 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add 1 onion thickly sliced red onion and 2 tomatoes wedged plum tomatoes, stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly softened but crisp.

  5. 5

    Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, stirring constantly to combine the pan juices.

  6. 6

    Return seafood to the wok, fold in 1 lb cooked warm french fries and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, then toss briefly before serving immediately.

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Questions

What is Saltado de Mariscos?

A vibrant Peruvian stir-fry featuring mixed seafood wok-tossed with red onions, tomatoes, and crispy french fries in a tangy soy-vinegar sauce. This reference files it under Peruvian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Saltado de Mariscos reach?

For Saltado de Mariscos, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of aji amarillo in Saltado de Mariscos?

The entry for Saltado de Mariscos calls for 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste. In its place: Blend a roasted orange or yellow bell pepper with a little habanero or serrano. It approximates both the fruitiness and the heat.

Can I make Saltado de Mariscos gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Saltado de Mariscos is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Saltado de Mariscos contain soy?

Yes: 2 tbsp soy sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy, shellfish and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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