The following are some of the most basic side dishes in Colombian cuisine and are served in most Colombian restaurants and homes.
I watched my grandmother, my mom and aunts make these popular side dishes throughout my life and now I make them regularly in my home. It was very difficult to narrow down the list, but here are ten Colombian side dish recipes that you definitely need to check out:
1. Tajadas de Plátano Maduro: Fried sweet plantains is one of the most popular side dishes in Colombia and my favorite!See recipe here
2. Patacones or Tostones are made from green plantains peeled and cut cross-wise. Patacones are fried twice.See recipe here.
3. Arroz con Coco Titote: This rice with coconut and raisins is a traditional recipe from the Caribbean region of Colombia.See recipe here.
4. Arroz Blanco: Plain white rice is the perfect accompaniment to any Colombian meal. In my family we would eat white rice as a side dish with everything.See recipe here.
5. Yuca Frita: Fried Cassava is very popular in Colombia and is served at just about every traditional Colombian Restaurant that I know.See recipe here.
6. Papas Chorreadas: This is a traditional Colombian side dish, born in the Andean zone of the country. These creamy potatoes are delicious with meat dishes.See recipe here.
7. Papa Salada: This Salted Potatoes recipe is a traditional Colombian side dish and is a typical accompaniment to our asados or grilled meats.See recipe here.
8. Ensalada Rusa: This potato salad is a popular dish in Colombia and other Latin American countries.See recipe here.
9. Plátanos Asados con Queso: This is a very simple recipe for baked ripe plantains stuffed with cheese and guava paste.See recipe here.
10. Ensalada de Tomate y Aguacate: This Tomato and Avocado Salad is a simple, quick and delicious recipe and is one of my favorite salads.See recipe here.
ela@GrayApron
Yuka fritta and all those baked bananas (or platanos) are on my list! A beautiful wrap up! 🙂 ela
Chica Andaluza
Everything looks wonderful!
Anonymous
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omg i love the meals
Alan Bowman
I first had salt potatoes and patacones in Zipa to accompany ajiaco.
Velva
Everything looks delish! Colombian food is very soulful and comforting.
Velva
Debra
I love love love all your recipes!! Thank you
Cait
Thank you for all these fantastic recipes! My mother in law grew up in Colombia, and growing up my husband had a lot of these flavors and dishes. I’ve made a lot of your recipes now, and each time it’s out-of-this-world delicious, and more importantly it brings a slice of home to my husband and even my mother-in-law. She was floored and so, so happy when I brought torta negra to her house last Christmas. Thanks for creating this wonderful resource.