Ajiaco is a hearty & traditional Colombian soup from the region around Bogotá. It consists of a combination of shredded chicken, corn on the cob, and three types of potatoes, cooked in a chicken broth. And is flavored with a unique Colombian herb called guascas. All of which is accompanied by a number of garnishes […]
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Aji picante is a classic condiment that can be found on every Colombian table. It consists of finely chopped cilantro, green onions, tomatoes, and chilies. All of which is thinned out and mixed with a combination of vinegar, lime juice, and water. This simple combination of ingredients results in a refreshing and tangy taste that
In our last post we made some delicious and crispy Colombian arepas. They were so good and easy to make that I whipped up another small batch to munch on the next morning. But this time around I decided to pair the arepas with a traditional Colombian breakfast dish called huevos pericos.
A couple of years ago I went on an incredible trip with some friends to Colombia. At the time I didn’t know much about Colombian cuisine, but I took the opportunity to learn all I could. We ate all sorts of dishes from fried empanadas with hogao sauce, soups like ajiaco and sancocho, and
I was first introduced to limonada de coco on a recent trip I made to Colombia. It’s one of those things that after you’ve tried it you immediately ask yourself “Why isn’t this more popular?”. Honestly, it is one of the most refreshing drinks you will ever have. The day in reference was
