Peruvian Dish Named World’s Best Stew, TasteAtlas 2025 Says
Peruvian cuisine is once again making waves around the world. This time, the TasteAtlas website published its ranking of the “100 best stews in the world” and placed seco de cabrito in first place with a score of 4.5 out of 5, based on thousands of votes from registered users. The platform also states that it verifies these ratings.
This dish originated in the north of the country. There, it is cooked with goat meat and simmered slowly in a sauce of cilantro and chili peppers. Peas and other ingredients are then added to achieve an intense flavor that many remember for its aroma and strength.
Seco de Cabrito, The Best in the World
The traditional seco de cabrito has been named the best stew in the world. Firstly, it stands out because it combines goat meat that is slowly cooked with chili peppers and cilantro. In addition, peas, carrots, and seasonings are added, making the dish very aromatic and giving it a deep flavor that can be tasted from the first bite.

Furthermore, this Peruvian dish ranks above famous stews from various regions around the world. It also shows how a traditional recipe can gain popularity outside its country of origin. Thus, the ranking reflects the international acceptance of seco de cabrito over other well-known dishes.
Top 20 Best Stews in the World
The TasteAtlas 2025 ranking highlights the best stews in the world. Peru’s seco de cabrito tops the list. Seco de cabrito is also the only Latin American stew in the top 5, beating many highly rated international recipes. The top 20 are as follows:
- Seco de cabrito — Peru
- Phanaeng curry — Thailand
- Hünkar beğendi — Turkey
- Murgh makhani (Butter chicken) — India
- Karē — Japan
- Shahi paneer — India
- Gulai — Indonesia
- Khoresh — Iran
- Wat — Ethiopia
- Moqueca baiana — Brazil
- Rojões à moda do Minho — Portugal
- Rendang — Indonesia
- Bobó de camarão — Brazil
- Massaman curry — Thailand
- Chicken tikka masala — United Kingdom
- Vaca atolada — Brazil
- Kari ayam — Malaysia
- Keema — India
- Kefta tagine — Morocco
- Rabo de toro — Spain
Source: infobae.com