Discover the vibrant flavors of Colombia with our guide to 20 authentic Colombian recipes! From hearty arepas to sumptuous sancocho, explore dishes that define Colombia's rich culinary heritage. Perfect for food lovers looking to broaden their palate!
Dive into the diverse and flavorful world of Colombian cuisine with our selection of 20 authentic recipes! These dishes, carefully curated to represent the varied culinary traditions from across the country, bring together simple ingredients in extraordinary ways. Experience the rich, bold flavors that are characteristic of Colombian cooking, which incorporates an array of locally sourced produce, meats, and spices that are fundamental to its traditional recipes.
Whether you're new to Colombian food or looking to recreate familiar tastes, this collection offers something for everyone. Each recipe provides a window into the life and culture of different regions of Colombia, celebrating the unique culinary heritage that has been passed down through generations. Get ready to excite your taste buds and add some Colombian flair to your cooking repertoire!
20 Colombian Recipes
1
Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains Recipe
Platanos maduros fritos are ripe sweet plantain slices, fried to perfection on the outside and tender in the middle. The ultimate Colombian breakfast side dish!
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2
Authentic Colombian Arepas con Queso recipe (Cheese arepas)
Gluten-free Colombian cheese arepas (arepas con queso / arepas de queso) are little golden brown pockets of corn that are cooked on a griddle until they are crispy on the outside and filled with melty cheese. A delicacy from Colombia and Venezuela that you must to learn how to make!
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3
Encurtido Colombiano - Fat Girl Hedonist
This Colombian salsa is the perfect condiment for Colombian appetizers like empanadas and even on stews like sancocho.
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4
Baked Plantains with Guava and Cheese (Plátanos Asados con Bocadillo y Queso)
Baked Plantains with Guava and Cheese (Plátanos Asados con Bocadillo y Queso) are a traditional Colombian recipe that tastes comforting, and makes a great dessert or sweet side dish. Inspired by my travels to Colombia, this easy recipe will transport you to the street corners of Bogota!
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5
Hogao (Colombian Tomato and Green Onion Creole Sauce)
Hogao is a traditional Colombian tomato and green onion sauce recipe that can be used a dipping sauce or as a soffritto to flavor other recipes.
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6
Traditional Colombian Aguapanela (Sugar Cane Drink)
Feel the Caribbean breeze with every sip! Explore the essence of sweet & tangy Aguapanela, a beloved Colombian drink spiked with memories and love.
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7
Crispy Colombian Patacones Recipe You NEED to Try ASAP!
Relive the taste of your travels with this traditional patacones recipe! With a secret healthy twist learnt from a good friend of mine, discover how I make this quick ‘oh-so-good’ appetizer a new and exciting staple that will be sure to please the entire family.
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Colombian Hot Chocolate with Cheese - Fat Girl Hedonist
I never realized until I was an adult that drinking Colombian hot chocolate with cheese wasn’t normal. Think hot chocolate in a mug and pieces of soft white cheese melting inside the mug. You scoop the melty cheese out of the cup with a spoon and sip on your hot chocolate. It’s sweet and salty.…
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9
Colombian Ajiaco recipe that will transport you to Bogota
Ajiaco is a traditional, hearty Colombian soup recipe of chicken, potatoes, corn and a unique herb that gives the soup its special flavor.
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10
Colombian Arepa Recipe (Two Ways to Make Arepas)
Your definitive guide to making Colombian Arepas (cornmeal cakes). This post covers two techniques (easy and from-scratch).
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Spicy Colombian aji: The best hot sauce you didn’t know about!
Colombian Ají is the Colombian salsa of my dreams: vinegary, acidic, spicy in just the right amount, vegetable-forward and customizable.
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12
Pandebono Recipe (Colombian Cheese Bread)
Pandebono is a Colombian cheese bread that is super moist and extra cheesy. This bread is the perfect coffee bread for a breakfast.
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13
Changua with croutons
Changua with croutons is an adaptation of the Colombian breakfast classic changua. This is based on milk, water, eggs and cilantro.
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14
Traditional Colombian Pork Empanada Recipe - Fat Girl Hedonist
This blogpost was sponsored by Western Union. Mother’s day in my home has always been a combination of celebrating the amazing women that made my life possible and celebrating our rich culture. We do this by cooking food from Colombia, like these Colombian pork empanadas. My mother is originally from Nariño, Colombia and my grandmother…
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15
Colombian fruit salad {Vegan, GF, Paleo} : At the Immigrant’s Table
Colombian fruit salad is a mix of fresh tropical fruit, topped with grated cheese, decadent ice cream, and a homemade sweet & tangy sauce of Colombian mora.
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Colombian Red Beans Recipe - Fat Girl Hedonist
This is a traditional Frijoles Rojos Colombianos recipe adapted for the Instant Pot. This recipe give your a rich and authentic dish in the fraction of the regular time. This recipe is an integral part of the traditional bandeja paisa. It’s best served with white rice and chicharrones Ingredients Red ball beans (Frijoles Bola Roja)…
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17
The chicken stew recipe my mother-in-law cooks every week!
My mother-in-law makes this simple chicken stew every week, and it’s beyond EASY! Chicken sancocho is a traditional Colombian one-pot chicken stew recipe that combines chicken, yucca, corn, and potatoes for a cozy meal. This recipe will transport you to Colombia!
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18
How to make traditional Colombian pico de gallo recipe
Colombian empanada sauce, or Colombian pico de gallo recipe, dazzles in its simple, sharp flavours and perky attitude.
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Colombian ceviche with pear, fennel and mango
Colombian ceviche with pear, fennel and mango has the faint scent of licorice, gentle sweetness of pears and mango, and the surprising taste of Aguardiente.
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Sancocho De Res - Fat Girl Hedonist
Colombian style sancocho de res is a hearty beef and vegetable soup that is delicious and filling.
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