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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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.
Continue Reading 9 comments January 16th, 2010
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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Ensalad rusa or Russian (South American) potato salad
Ensalada rusa is a classic salad and side dish served throughout Latin America, made with potatoes, carrots, peas, apples, celery, onion, and mayonnaise.
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Jugo de piña or homemade pineapple juice
Easy recipe for jugo de piña or refreshing homemade pineapple juice
Continue Reading 14 comments April 16th, 2009
