Known scientifically as "Cavia porcellus" and commonly called guinea pig, cuy or guinea pig is a small rodent native to the Andean region of South America. Valued for its low-fat, high-protein …

They’re not pigs and they don’t come from Guinea. Peruvians don’t keep them as pets. What they are is a delicious delicacy best served with potatoes and salsa. A traditional Peruvian dish, …

Guinea pigs (called cuy, cuye, or curí) were originally domesticated for their meat in the Andes. Traditionally, the animal was reserved for ceremonial meals and as a delicacy by indigenous …

Feb 5, 2023 · In traditional Peruvian cuisine, cuy is roasted guinea pig. Learn all about the history of this ancient dish and how it's enjoyed today.

Mar 18, 2025 · The name cuy comes from the word quwi in the native language of the Incas, Quechua. This peculiar name originates from the noise the tiny creature produces while …

Jan 2, 2025 · Cuy is a Peruvian guinea pig dish, typically served on special occasions rather than as a meal eaten regularly but is readily available for adventurous tourists to try in restaurants …

Feb 19, 2025 · A dish steeped in centuries of Andean tradition, Cuy (roasted guinea pig) is a delicacy enjoyed in Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia. With crispy, golden-brown skin and tender, …

In the Andes, where guinea pigs originated and are known as cuy, they are a popular meat for grilling, frying, and roasting. In the beginning, cuy were not pets at all. Guinea pigs were...

Dec 17, 2024 · Cuy is a traditional dish in Ecuador. And yes, cuy are guinea pigs. In this post, I share my experience visiting a cuy farm and eating fresh roasted cuy.

Oct 14, 2023 · In the tapestry of Peruvian cuisine, one thread weaves a path that is at once deeply traditional and simultaneously controversial to outsiders: the consumption of cuy, or …