Colombian Cuisine Basics

Quesito Colombiano (Colombian Fresh Cheese)

26 comments May 4, 2012

Quesito Colombiano can be compared to Mexican Queso Fresco, and is made by simply processing the curds of cow’s milk. The result is a creamy, soft and white cheese. We Colombians love our Quesito and it is widely used in Colombian cuisine. You will often find it in Colombian recipes, as a side dish for [...]

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Cilantro

19 comments October 10, 2009

I adore cilantro and a Colombian kitchen isn’t complete without this delicious herb. Cilantro has a distinct flavor that can make this a love it or hate it herb. Colombia is not alone in its love of cilantro and use in most kitchens around the country. Other countries such as India, China, Mexico and many [...]

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Triguisar

37 comments September 23, 2009

On those days when I feel homesick, it doesn’t mean I don’t like living in the United States and being an American citizen, but just that I miss my family and friends a lot. Those are the days that I will go to the closest Latin market and crazy or not, I go to the [...]

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Aguardiente Antioqueño

19 comments June 19, 2009

Aguardiente or “Firewater”, is a strong alcoholic drink made from anise and sugar cane. Aguardiente Antioqueño is a traditional drink from the Andean region of Colombia.

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Colombian Fruits

26 comments June 14, 2009

I published my one-hundred and first post today Fruits are an essential part of the Colombian daily diet. Here are some you may not be familiar with. Curuba Granadilla Guanabana

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Roasted Andean Potatoes (Papa Criolla Asada)

9 comments May 30, 2009

Papas Criollas are absolutely delicious and in Colombia we cook them in many different ways. Although this recipe entails roasting papas, fried papas are a very popular street food that is sold in paper bags by street vendors. In the United States I buy these potatoes frozen. You can find Papas Criollas in the Latin [...]

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MANGO

4 comments May 6, 2009

Mango is a tropical fruit that is sweet and juicy when ripe and an excellent source of vitamin A and C. In Colombia it is used in desserts, juice, salads, and sauces or just as a snack. Unripe mangoes with salt and lime are popular street snacks that are sold by street vendors out of [...]

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