5 Colombian dishes
- Arepa
there is nothing more Colombian than the arepa. a circular bread made from fresh cornmeal, arepas can be eaten at any time of the day, breakfast, lunch or diiner.this cornmeal can be combine with a diferent type of topping suach butter and cheese, eggs, any type of meat, basically any toppings.
- Bnadeja paisa
This is basically Colombia’s national dish, without a doubt. is the bandeja paisa. Reigning from the Antioquia region (where Medellín is located, and where natives are referred to as paisas),
the dish normally has steak, ground beef, chicharrones, rice, beans, an egg, avocado, an arepa, and plantains. this is one of the most delicious dishes from Colombia and hearty plate that will leave you in a serious food coma.
- Empanadas
Empanadas are Colombia’s de facto street food. Found on virtually every street corner, these deep-fried pockets of goodness are a perfect quick breakfast or late night snack.
Depending on where you are in Colombia, you can find empanadas filled with chorizo, beef, chicken, or cheese and spinach in the more vulnerable communities.
- Lechona
Originating from the Tolima region just west of Bogotá, Lechona is another wonderful staple in Colombian cuisine. However, those with sensitive stomachs should beware — this dish consists of an entire pig (face and all) stuffed with rice, onions, peas, and spices. It’s then tossed in a clay oven for up to 12 hours, and voila, you have an entire roasted pig sitting on your dining room table.- Ajiaco
Alongside mondongo and sancocho, Ajiaco is one of the emblematic stews of Colombia. With ingredients like chicken, two or three types of potatoes, corn, capers, avocado, and sour cream, you’re bound to end up full and satisfied.
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