Recipezaar: Colombian recipes

Cucumber-Dill Salad

Thu, 14 Oct 1999 05:35:00 -0400

Blends well with grilled salmon! -- posted by Dancer^

Columbian Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

Tue, 21 Jan 2003 20:12:04 -0500

This is a hearty stew for a cold day. It has an exotics South American flavor. -- posted by SJG3483

Plantain Soup

Sun, 21 Dec 2003 20:00:30 -0500

I love hispanic food and plantains are one of my favorite things to eat. Here is a unique soup for all you adventurous chefs:) Please do not let your plantains turn yellow-black because they will turn sweet. Must use green plantains. -- posted by Ang11002

Oven Baked Sweet Plantains

Mon, 05 Jan 2004 20:00:04 -0500

MMMM! I love plantains, especially sweet ones. This is a lower fat method of making "maduros" without the use of oil and frying in a pan. -- posted by Ang11002

Colombian Eggs

Tue, 16 Mar 2004 19:59:38 -0500

My grandmother made these when I was little, I still ask her for them every time I see her. A fun way to do breakfast! -- posted by blisstir

Patacones (fried Plantain)

Sat, 29 May 2004 19:59:49 -0400

I learned how to make this from my Colombian mother-in-law. They are very simple to make, and taste great. They taste best when they are hot out of the skillet. We eat them a lot for breakfast, along with either fried eggs or scrambled eggs with tomatos and onion. They also make a great side dish. -- posted by SlipC

Beef and Potato Empanadas With Salsa Picante

Sat, 29 May 2004 19:59:56 -0400

Yet another traditional Colombian dish that I learned to make from my mother-in-law. To eat, put a little bit of the picante on each bite. It's one of my favorite meals.**Just a note, until the elves edit this for me, it should be 1/2 lb hamburger meat, not 1 lb. Sorry about that!** -- posted by SlipC

Arroz Con Gandules

Thu, 03 Jun 2004 20:02:06 -0400

This is one of my favorite meals. It's a meal within itself, but it's also great served as a side dish. -- posted by SlipC

Maduros (plantain)

Fri, 04 Jun 2004 19:59:47 -0400

These are a traditional South American side dish. I serve them alongside a plate full of rice, meat, and boiled salt potatoes. They add a nice sweetness to the meal. -- posted by SlipC

Colombian Potato Salad

Wed, 30 Jun 2004 20:00:29 -0400

A tasty, tangy, colorful and LOW FAT! potato salad I concocted after having a similar one at a restaurant operated by brothers from Columbia. It's a great change from the same boring mayo-based potato salad. TRY IT! -- posted by Steppmom

Don Emilio's Salsa - Muy Bien!

Thu, 11 Nov 2004 20:00:02 -0500

People used to travel miles and miles just to get salsa and chips to go from Don Emilio's Restaurant in Larchmont, NY. No matter how hard anyone tried, there was no getting the recipe. Then one day at a party in work, a Columbian girl brought in salsa that her husband had made...and it was identical to Don Emilio's. Aaaahhhhh....amazing salsa whenever you want it. And you'll want it often. And you thought chocolate was addictive???? (Check out my guacamole recipe, too) -- posted by DeSouter

Colombian Frijoles

Mon, 24 Jan 2005 20:03:43 -0500

Every Sunday, my Colombian friends get together and have a big cook-out for lunch, and they share in fellowship. I like observing the merriment. They make group cooking a lot of fun. Today, they made a kidney bean stew which tastes absolutely wonderful. I think the flavour was in the lard. This is one of those dishes that tastes better if kept for the next day. -- posted by rainna

Pink Potato Salad

Tue, 15 Feb 2005 19:59:22 -0500

A vivid pink potatoe salad with beats, even beat haters like it! Always a conversation piece at potlucks! This is a Colombian recipe. -- posted by WonderMima

Changua - a Colombian Breakfast Dish

Thu, 18 Aug 2005 18:56:31 -0400

I had this in the afternoon one day, it was something light and refreshing to have for lunch, but was told that in Colombia, people have this for breakfast. I think, it's great, any time of the day. -- posted by rainna

Penne With Summer Squash, Zucchini and Sugar Snap Peas

Thu, 25 Aug 2005 11:09:35 -0400

yummy... -- posted by pEa_NuT

Colombia Banana Omelette-Tortilla De Banana

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 19:39:25 -0500

Puffy baked omelette with butter fried bananas on top. -- posted by Olga Drozd

Papas Chorreadas

Mon, 29 May 2006 20:53:29 -0400

A great side of potatoes, excellent with grilled or roasted meat or seafood. A Colombian favorite. -- posted by Chef Kate

Colombian Pound Cake

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 19:36:57 -0400

A very rich pound cake that is traditional in Colombia and is used to make the even richer Torta de Coco (Coconut Cake), the recipe for which is posted separately. You will note that this cake contains no baking powder or soda--just a bit of brandy and lots of eggs. -- posted by Chef Kate

Torta De Coco (Coconut Cake)

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 19:40:18 -0400

A really amazing, very rich cake from Colombia--a sort of bread pudding except instead of using bread, it uses pound cake (I have posted the recipe for the traditional Colombian pound cake). It's worth making just for the aromas of the cooking syrup and then the torta baking--but you will love eating it as well. -- posted by Chef Kate

Sobrebarriga a La Brasa(Colombian Style Flank Steak)

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 19:44:17 -0400

I ate this before I knew how it was made and I never would have guessed that it was a sort of pot-roasted grilled flank steak. It's always served with Aji (I have a recipe for this hot sauce -- #170433) on the table. -- posted by Chef Kate

Arepas

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 18:37:35 -0500

I only saw recipes for Venezuelan and Ecuadorean Arepas so I thought I'd share this one. It's from my Colombian friend. -- posted by Chef Christine

Simple Colombian Beans

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 23:13:36 -0400

These beans are a staple in my family's nutrition. I make them at least once a week, and as with beans they taste better the next day so I make plenty for left overs. You will need a pressure cooker for this one. -- posted by La_Nanita

Soffrito

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 23:38:17 -0400

This is a typical hispanic condiment used as starter to many dishes, like mir pua, savory starter that is easy to make and has many uses. -- posted by Chef #485588

Carne En Polvo (Ground Beef in Sauce)

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:20:33 -0400

A simple recipe from Colombia - but Oh So delicious! -- posted by Witch Doctor

Colombian Arepas

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:20:59 -0400

This is a quick way to prepare arepas. Not exactly the taste of the traditional arepa, but quite close enough. Arepas can also be topped with tuna salad, chicken, ham and cheese, sautéed tomatoes and onions, and beef. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Colombian Potato Salad

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:21:15 -0400

A tasty, tangy, colorful potato salad I found in Bogotá. Its a change from the mayonnaise based potato salads. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Sobrebarriga (Colombian Flank Steak)

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:21:30 -0400

This Colombian dish has the true flavors of the area. For some reason butchers here in the U.S.of A. have quit cutting Flank Steak and are pushing Sirloin, etc (A more expensive cut of meat). When i can't find the flank steak, I will use the Skirt Steak intended for use with fajitas. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Arepas Con Chocolo (Fresh Corn Tortillas)

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:21:45 -0400

You can also put the fresh corn (removed from the cob) into a blender (DONT use canned corn), add some salt, and some corn starch to reduce the moisture consistency. Then you can prepare the arepas the same way you would prepare pancakes in a pan. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Sancocho De Gallina (Colombian Chicken Soup)

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:31:13 -0400

This Colombian recipe for Chicken Soup improves on the traditional by adding yucca, plaintains and red potatoes. What an excellent blend of flavors! -- posted by Witch Doctor

Colombian Bunuelos & Natilla

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:53:31 -0400

These were made for me last Christmas by a friends mother. She made them so delicately and with such love that I was inspired to make them myself after my visit to her home. They are very addictive, and believe me when I say that you can't just eat one. I actually had about 7 while I was at her house, and my stomach was just about ready to explode by the time I left. It was worth it though because these little things are beyond good. Enjoy! -- posted by MizEmerilLagasse

Oblea

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 07:22:32 -0400

From Colombia and/or Argentina but sold throughout Latin America, very good. The filling is arequipe (recipe follows)or may be replaced by store-bought cajeta (dulce de leche, caramel) -- posted by Kitty Kat Cook

Sancocho With Aji

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:36:37 -0400

From Simply Delicioso--this is a Colombian version of the very popular soup. To serve, remove the "drier" ingredients from the soup--the corn, meat, yucca--and arrange on a separate dish to be served alongside the brothy soup. -- posted by Pikake21

Frescavena-Like Oatmeal Drink Mix

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 01:00:16 -0500

Similar to the popular Latin American drink from Quaker "Frescavena". This oatmeal based beverage is nutritious and refreshing. My 18 month old daughter loves it and after not finding it anywhere in stores I had to come up with a way to make it myself EASILY. I love this because I can keep it on hand and scoop it into a glass of milk and its ready to go! -- posted by Chef #502806

Coffee-Soy Glaze

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:35:23 -0500

I used this on grilled tofu and it was lovely. -- posted by Dancer^

Arepas Con Queso

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:15:43 -0500

I couldn't find arepa flour near me, so I decided to improvise and came up with this recipe. It still tastes just as good. I promise. -- posted by guamswhitest

Orange and Peanut Salad

Fri, 30 May 2008 01:52:30 -0400

This is a festive Colombian salad. Posted for ZWT4 from Extending the Table. -- posted by luvinlif2k

Potatoes With Creamy Tomato Sauce

Fri, 30 May 2008 01:53:02 -0400

Papas Chorreadas (PAH-pahss choh-ray-AH-dahss) is a hearty, Colombian dish from "Extending the Table". Posted for WZT4 -- posted by luvinlif2k

Papas Chorreadas

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:51:39 -0400

Colombian side dish posted for ZWT. -- posted by KlynnPadilla

Hazelnut Brittle

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:14:19 -0400

i love peanut brittle...try this yummy columbian snack! -- posted by catalinacrawler

Electric Chimichurri Sauce

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:02:32 -0400

Inspired by a sauce recipe taken from Cuisine at Home Magazine, this robust and pungent chimichurri is great with anything cooked on the grill. The electric green color radiates and is an appropriate foreshadowing of the flavors packed into this tangy, flavorful sauce. Use as a marinade, baste, or sauce on the side. -- posted by jpknight22

Avena Breakfast Smoothies

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:00:22 -0500

One of the most delicious, thick, rich, creamy smoothies I've ever had! "Avena" means "oats." I got this recipe from the book Simply Delicioso, by Ingrid Hoffman. -- posted by Cosima

Shredded Marinated Flank Steak (Carne Desmechada)

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:24:25 -0500

A recipe from Colombia. Flank steak is used because it is more flavorful than some other cuts of beef. Times do not include overnight marinating time. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Carne Picada (Spicy Ground Beef)

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:08:39 -0500

This is served in Colombian restaurants as part of their "Mountain Platter" or "Bandeja Paisa". It is usually served with a fried egg on top, rice and beans, slice avocado, sweet fried plantains, corn cake and pork rinds (chiccharone). -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:13:54 -0500

This is served in Colombian restaurants as part of their "Mountain Platter" or Bandeja Paisa. It is served with rice and beans, fried pork rinds (chicharone), fried sweet plantains, a slice of avocado, corn cake and a fried egg on top. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Grilled Sirloin Steak (Colombian Churrasco)

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:24:05 -0500

In some countries Churrasco is made from filet mignon, skirt steak, or beef tenderloin and pounded thin. In Colombia is made from sirloin (my grocery calls it London Broil cut) and is about 1 to 1 1/2 inch thick. It's marinated in chimichurri sauce then grilled or broiled. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Colombian Tamales

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:58:03 -0500

This is one of my husband's favorite "Comfort Foods" (he's Colombian). He even said I made it right the first time I tried! The process is relatively involved - overnight marinating is recommended and it steams for three hours. It is nothing like Mexican Tamales or "Hot Tamales". These are wrapped in banana leaves rather than corn husks, are much larger, and not as spicy hot. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Colombian Style Empanada

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:39:03 -0500

My husband finally had a great idea for using leftover rotisserie chicken. I used the traditional seasonings with non-traditional methods, still great. These can be frozen before cooking since they are best served fresh. You need frozen empanada dough which is found with the Goya products (there are other brands) and is yellow in color. Or you can make your own using masa harina which would be more authentic. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Seviche

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:30:38 -0500

This recipe comes from an old cookbook from Bogota Colombia that I am trying to translate. You can make this with any firm white fish fillet like Cod or Haddock, and/or Shrimp, and/or Scallops. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Colombian White Chili

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:54:46 -0500

A mild chili for a change of pace from the usual red chili. This is often served on hot dogs with cole slaw. Sounds interesting... -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Colombian Avocado Vichyssoise (Sopa De Aguacate Y Papas)

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:54:02 -0500

A rich, yet delicate, first course. This cream-based soup made with avocados and potatoes can be served either hot or cold. It is ideal before a fish course. Allow more time if serving cold for the soup to cool and be refrigerated. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Yolanda's Flan

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:01:44 -0500

I received this recipe from my mother-in-law who is from Bucaramanga, Colombia. It's delicious!! -- posted by Michelle (Chef #632056)

Ajiaco

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:05:10 -0500

I've been talking about various topics related to kitchen, foods and drinks, but now enjoying a delicious lunch with my family, I thought that I wanted to share this delicious recipe with you. I'm talking about one of the most representative dishes of my city (Bogotá) and the many foreigners who visit us, want to return again soon to try this wonder of culinary, typical of my country. I'm talking about the Ajiaco, you can accompany a soup with rice and avocado and becomes a perfect recipe for a family lunch today and I will teach you to do it the traditional way. The times of cooking that I show you in this recipe are in a pressure cooker. If you are using a traditional pot, increase in average 15 minutes. -- posted by Victoria #2

Sancocho New York Style

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 01:43:06 -0500

I make no claim as to authenticity and named it NY Style only because I live in New York. I was making another's recipe, but had to change it so much that I am posting it my way. From what I understand, the necessary ingredients are chicken, beef, plantain, and yucca. Serve with rice, beans, avocado, and hot pepper sauce. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Sancocho Valluno

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:17:57 -0400

With great joy I have received many favorable comments from readers of other websites on the latest Colombian food recipes that I have submitted. The food of my country is as varied as its landscape and its people so I can share with you many typical delicious recipes. This time I want to share with you a recipe from a region of my country called Valle del Cauca, which combines several ingredients in an extraordinary way, is called Sancocho Valluno and is very easy to prepare. For 8 servings you need: -- posted by Victoria #2

Antioqueña Rice Soup

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:55:13 -0400

One of the regions of my country with more rich cuisine is Antioquia, its variety of dishes; I have made this soup to share with you. It is called ANTIOQUEÑA RICE SOUP. -- posted by Victoria #2

Colombian Recipes - Roasted Banana

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:25:28 -0400

As youve read my other recipes for me is important as the main dish as the dessert to finish a dinner. This recipe is ideal to accompany any of your lunches. I recommend you do not prepare for dinner and to consume at night can be a bit heavy. -- posted by Victoria #2

Colombian Recipes - Rice With Coconut

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:25:49 -0400

The Caribbean region of my country is one of the gastronomic culture with a more varied and exquisite dishes. This recipe is typical of this region, but the preparation that I present here may vary a little from the traditional. This in order to provide a most practical and rapid, but equally delicious. This rice usually accompanies dishes of the region, particularly fried fish and fried plantains. -- posted by Victoria #2

Colombian Recipes - Cabbage Tamales

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:19:17 -0400

This recipe is just simple a delicious, it comes from Andean region of Colombia, and it´s very simple to do. -- posted by Victoria #2

Potato Omelette

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:50:37 -0400

A very easy to prepare recipe, a easy recipe to prepare a delicious and nutritious lunch. -- posted by Victoria #2

Mandarin Conserv Liqueur

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:51:38 -0400

Take a look for this recipe, a fruit conserv made liqueur -- posted by Victoria #2

Carne Asada Recipe

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:32:44 -0400

One of the most appetizing dishes, for all of us who are not vegetarians, is meat. In all his presentations, varieties and forms of preparation is really a delicious dish as a main option in any of our meals. -- posted by Victoria #2

Chocolate Dessert

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:49:37 -0400

One of my weaknesses (I imagine that many of you too) is the chocolate and any kind of preparation you can do with it. To conquer, to reward or just to sweeten a good time, this chocolate dessert you'll love. -- posted by Victoria #2

Potato Soup

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:10:27 -0400

Many times we do not believe in a soup as a main dish at our dinner, but I want to present this potato soup recipe for consideration as a very good alternative at the time of thinking what to prepare for dinner. Its preparation is simple and quick. -- posted by Victoria #2

Easy Empanada Recipe

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:08:00 -0400

In my country fried foods are very popular; although not very healthy because of its high content of fat, if consumed moderately, not at all affect our health. Depending on the region of the country there are many variations on how to prepare empanadas. The recipe i submit you is made from Yucca, but later Ill give you one with arracacha and other recipes with corn. Though it may seem complex preparation, are actually very easy to make, just need a little time and dedication. Come, enjoy and surprise your family with this delicious recipe. -- posted by Victoria #2

Fruit Cake

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:48:05 -0400

This recipe can be used as a dessert, accompanying any of my previous recipes or simply as a small meal during the day. -- posted by Victoria #2

Cream Cake With Chocolate

Fri, 15 May 2009 01:02:47 -0400

A cake has the appearance of a tart, only that the dough is special. This dough usually contains a component for making light, such as yeast and beaten egg whites to peaks. These elements have the property to puff the dough to enter it tiny air bubbles that expand with heat. For this reason, if youre going to make a cake, you should never fill the baking mold more than half. I present this chocolate dessert recipe, as one of my favorites, but you can vary this recipe with something other than chocolate. -- posted by Victoria #2

Three Chocolate´s Drum

Fri, 29 May 2009 23:18:42 -0400

Last week I was visiting a very good friend of mine gourmet restaurant and I had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful chocolate dessert in its matchless feeling on the palate and its presentation. Its base is the ganache, which is considered the essence of truffle. It is a French term, although its origin is discussed. It is believed that the ganache came about 1850, some say it comes from Switzerland and others who invented the pastry Siravdin in Paris. Combinations that can give the ganache are endless, but here I present you the original recipe of the chocolate dessert that I could enjoy and now you. Although it is a gourmet recipe, their preparation is quite simple. As decoration, your imagination is the limit. -- posted by Victoria #2

Beet and Carrot Salad

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:49:40 -0400

from columbia -- posted by Dienia B.

Columbian Rice

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:19:07 -0400

from debbie whos husband is columbian this rice rocks -- posted by Dienia B.

Aji (Colombian Salsa)

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:07:36 -0400

This is a hot, spicy salsa typically served with empanadas and other foods as a condiment. It has more liquid than, say, a Mexican salsa. Prep time does not include 1 hour "marinating" time. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Arepas

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:23:48 -0400

from debbie who is married to a nice columbian chap -- posted by Dienia B.

Ajiaco Bogotano (Chicken and Potato Soup, Bogota Style)

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:22:07 -0400

Ajiaco is a typical dish in Colombia. It has a lot of potatoes since Bogota is in the mountains and potatoes are plentiful. This recipe calls for yucca which can be found in the produce section or frozen (Goya). If you cannot find it, just use Yukon gold potatoes, both will all but disintegrate and thicken the broth. Corn on the cob is cut into 1 inch rounds and thrown into the soup. They are easier to cut if you rotate the corn, eventually the cob will break. Once you remove the cover, you'll get a burst of sweet corn aroma. An avocado half is served either on the side, so you can take a spoonful of avocado and dip it in the soup. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Antioqueño Rice

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:08:19 -0400

A traditional Colombian dish, posted by Erica on the cooking blog mycolombianrecipes.com. -- posted by SweetJezebel