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Pan Blandito (Colombian Bread Rolls)

Pan Blandito (Colombian Bread Rolls)

This recipe is a vegan version of the original soft, fresh Colombian bread rolls. Fresh out of the oven they taste great for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of hot Colombian-style chocolate milk. Esta receta tambiĆ©n esta disponible en espaƱol. Bread in 

Aguapanela (Colombian Sugarcane Drink)

Aguapanela (Colombian Sugarcane Drink)

When we think of hot drinks, coffee or tea are usually the first things that come to mind. Colombia’s best-kept secret is, however, aguapanela (also known as agua de panela). There is nothing more Colombian (in the Andean region) than relaxing on a chilly afternoon 

Vegetarian Mazorca Desgranada (Colombia’s Drunk Corn Snack)

Vegetarian Mazorca Desgranada (Colombia’s Drunk Corn Snack)

Vegetarian Mazorca Desgranada. Esta receta tambiĆ©n estĆ” disponible en espaƱol. Mazorca Desgranada is Colombian style fastfood, and also a favorite drunk snack after a night out partying. This vegetarian version, using BBQ tofu, is a delicious homecooked version when in need of this guilty pleasure. 

7 Vegetarian Versions of Traditional Colombian Food

7 Vegetarian Versions of Traditional Colombian Food

Most of the traditional Colombian dishes are heavy on animal protein. And although things are changing, Colombia is not yet the most vegetarian-friendly country in the world… But, find the solution here and make a homecooked vegetarian version of Colombia’s most famous dishes! I compiled 

Colombian Chickpea Stew (Garbanzos Colombianos)

Colombian Chickpea Stew (Garbanzos Colombianos)

If you are looking for a traditional and delicious way to make garbanzos, this recipe is an excellent choice. I will show you how to make an authentic, comforting, and delicious chickpea stew. Nutritious and super easy to prepare, this stew is perfect for any 

Vegan Colombian Lentil Stew

Vegan Colombian Lentil Stew

Vegan Colombian Lentil Stew. Esta receta tambiĆ©n estĆ” disponible en espaƱol. Legumes are a favorite ingredient for lunch. Most famous are probably the red bean (frijoles), but chickpeas, yellow peas and of couse lentils are popular as well. Tomato, onion and garlic (or hogao) and 

Jackfruit Lechona with Crispy Peas

Jackfruit Lechona with Crispy Peas

Jackfruit Lechona with Crispy Peas. Esta receta tambiĆ©n estĆ” disponible en espaƱol. This recipe is inspired by the Colombian traditional dish lechona, which consists basically of roasted pork. Impossible to make vegan or vegetarian you might say? Almost. But using jackfruit to make a vegan 

Colombian Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Guava Jam

Colombian Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Guava Jam

Colombian Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Guava Jam. Esta receta tambiĆ©n estĆ” disponible en espaƱol. Guava (guayaba in Spanish) is a tropical fruit that is green on the outside and pink on the inside. It is the base of a popular sweet snack called bocadillo or 

Colombian Vegan Fruity Merengón

Colombian Vegan Fruity Merengón

Colombian Vegan Fruity Merengón. Esta receta tambiĆ©n estĆ” disponible en espaƱol. Colombian merengón is a dessert consisting of meringue, cream and fresh fruit. It is very similar to a pavlova, the traditional dessert from Australia/New Zealand. For years my favorite dessert was an English variety 

Sudado de Berenjena (Eggplant Stew)

Sudado de Berenjena (Eggplant Stew)

Sudado de Berenjena (Eggplant Stew). Esta receta tambiƩn estƔ disponible en espaƱol. Sudado de Berenjena is a vegan veggie-packed eggplant stew inspired by the Colombian sudado de pollo. The original recipe contains chicken, garlic, onion, spices, potato and tomato. Sometimes people add more vegetables like