Ingredient appreciation — what makes Sopa de Maní special

What sets Sopa de Maní apart is the handling of charque dried llama meat. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the earthy from Andean ingredients result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

salteñas are distinct from Argentinian empanadas with a juicy broth filling. The a La Paz salteñería morning atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had api maize drink warm as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Sopa de Maní is the place to start.