Menestra de porotos or bean stew
Menestra de porotos is an Ecuadorian bean stew, made with beans simmered in a sauce of onions, tomatoes, garlic, cumin, chili powder and cilantro or parsley.
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Ernestine’s potato gratin dauphinois
Gratin dauphinois is a typical dish from the French Alps made with thinly sliced potatoes baked in a sauce of milk, eggs, cream and garlic and topped with cheese.
Continue Reading 13 comments January 17th, 2010
Culinary Tour of Quito – Part 2
Part 2 of the culinary tour in the middle of the world: Quito, Ecuador. Enjoy a tour of Quito with a mom and her 3 yr old who visit the historic sites the city has to offer and taste the traditional food.
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Chaulafan de pollo or Ecuadorian chicken fried rice
Chaulafan de pollo is an Ecuadorian chicken fried rice made with rice, chicken, bacon, onions, garlic, peppers, bell peppers, peas, carrots, scrambled eggs, raisins, spices and herbs.
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Foodbuzz 24, 24, 24: Culinary Tour in the Middle of the World
Join us on a culinary tour in the middle of the world: Quito, Ecuador. Discover the typical and traditional food the city has to offer as well as the modern international restaurants.
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Mousse de maracuya or passion fruit mousse
Mousse de maracuya is an easy to make South American dessert using passion fruit pulp, whipping cream or condensed milk, egg whites and sugar.
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Asparagus risotto
Risotto made with fresh asparagus, onions, garlic, wine, broth, cream, parmesan cheese and truffle oil.
Continue Reading 13 comments May 27th, 2009
