Breaded and fried till brown, they are shaped like chicken thighs (the name meaning “little thigh”). These products originated in São Paulo and were initially offered at plant gates.
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Legend has it that coxhina were prepared for a Brazilian princess' son who only enjoyed chicken thighs. Whatever the reality, kids love them.
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Corn replaces potato in this classic shepherd's pie. “Choclo” is corn (maize) grinded into flour, combined with butter and basil, then baked in a dish.
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The casserole will comprise "pino," a typical ground beef, hard-boiled egg, garlic, onion, and olive blend. Sprinkle sugar on the choclo to brown the crust, and raisins are occasionally added.
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This onion-heavy fish soup is Ecuador's national cuisine. Its name means “onioned,” thus you were warned.
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Much of Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America eat fried plantains. Get ready for a South American treat if you've never tried them.
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This Ecuadorian breakfast is a carb-rich mashed green plantain ball with cheese, bacon, or pork crackling. It's deep-fried till crispy and served with papaya or guava.
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Marinated beef (or chicken) is thinly sliced and fried with onion, chile, and tomato in lomo saltado. Side dishes include rice or fries.
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