Picarones
Squash and sweet-potato doughnuts in cane syrup.
About Picarones
A batter of pumpkin and sweet potato is piped into rings and fried, then drenched in chancaca, a spiced raw-cane syrup. A colonial-era dessert, they are a favourite of Lima street fairs.
✅ Before you go to Peru
Round out your trip — most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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