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Gluten-Free Guide to Lima Local & Street Food

Get safe dining tips, essential phrases, and guidance on local gluten-free options.

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Cross-contamination with wheat-based products is possible. Always confirm preparation methods and ingredients.

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Essential Phrases

I have celiac disease/gluten allergy

Tengo enfermedad celíaca/alergia al gluten

TENG-go en-fer-meh-DAD seh-lee-AH-kah/ah-LEHR-hee-ah al GLOO-ten

Medical explanation for gluten restriction

No wheat, barley, or rye please

Sin trigo, cebada, ni centeno por favor

seen TREE-go, seh-BAH-dah, nee sen-TEH-no por fah-VOR

Specifies common gluten-containing grains

Watch Out For

Wheat flour in sauces (harina de trigo)
Soy sauce (salsa de soya)
Beer in marinades (cerveza)
Barley in soups (cebada)

Safe Options

Ceviche (without beer or soy sauce)
Pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken - confirm marinade)
Lomo saltado (request without soy sauce)
Naturally gluten-free sides like papas, choclo, or quinoa

Important Notice

While many traditional Peruvian dishes are naturally gluten-free, soy sauce and wheat thickeners are sometimes used. Cross-contamination is possible in kitchens that prepare multiple dishes.

Show This to Your Server

Tengo alergia severa al gluten/enfermedad celíaca. No puedo consumir trigo, cebada, centeno, ni avena. Por favor, asegúrese que mi comida no contenga estos granos, salsa de soya, o espesantes con harina. Esta es una condición médica seria. Gracias por su comprensión.

I have a severe gluten allergy/celiac disease. I cannot consume wheat, barley, rye, or oats. Please ensure my food contains none of these grains, soy sauce, or flour thickeners. This is a serious medical condition. Thank you for your understanding.