The existence of chuño dates back to before the time of the Inca Empire in the 13th century, based on findings that have … See more

Chuño is made at the beginning of winter during June and July, during which time the temperatures reach around −5 °C (23 °F) at elevations of over 3,800 metres (12,500 ft). After fall harvest (April–May), potatoes are selected fo… See more

Once dried, and with minimal care in storage, the product can last for a very long time, sometimes decades.
Consumption is varied, from desserts to prepared dishes, as well as chuño flour, which is a… See more

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• Christenhusz, Maarten J. M.; Fay, Michael F.; Chase, Mark W. (2017). "Lilkiales". Plants of the World: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Vascular Plants. University of Chicago Press. pp. 141–150. ISBN 978-0-226-52292-0… See more