colombian Recipes
96 delicious colombian recipes from around the world
Aborrajados
A popular Colombian street food from the Valle del Cauca region, these are sweet, ripe plantains stuffed with salty cheese, coated in a light batter, and fried until golden and crispy. They offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Agua de Panela
A simple, traditional Colombian beverage made by dissolving panela (unrefined whole cane sugar) in water. It can be enjoyed hot as a comforting drink or chilled as a refreshing thirst-quencher.
Ají Casero (Colombian Homemade Hot Sauce)
A vibrant and fresh homemade hot sauce, perfect for adding a kick to any meal. This recipe focuses on fresh herbs and a bright, tangy flavor profile.
Ají Colombiano
A vibrant and fresh Colombian hot sauce, perfect as a condiment for any meal. This recipe features the bright flavors of cilantro and scallions balanced with a tangy lime dressing.
Ajiaco Bogotano
A hearty and traditional Bogotá chicken soup featuring three types of potatoes, tender shredded chicken, and the distinctive aroma of the guasca herb. This comforting soup is a staple in Colombian cuisine.
Ajiaco Santafereño
A hearty and iconic Bogotá chicken and potato soup, Ajiaco Santafereño gets its signature creamy texture and unique flavor from three distinct types of potatoes and the essential herb, guascas. Served with shredded chicken, corn, and a trio of traditional accompaniments, it's a comforting and flavorful Colombian classic.
Almojábanas
Sweet and cheesy Colombian cheese corn bread rolls, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Arepa Boyacense
A traditional sweet corn and wheat flour arepa from the Boyacá region of Colombia, filled with creamy cuajada cheese and sweetened with panela.
Arepas de Queso
Authentic Colombian cheese arepas, delightful corn cakes studded with melted cheese, griddled to a perfect golden-brown crisp on the outside and wonderfully soft within.
Arequipe (Colombian Dulce de Leche)
Arequipe is the Colombian version of dulce de leche, a rich, creamy, and intensely sweet caramelized milk spread. It's a staple in Colombian desserts and enjoyed on its own.
Arroz Atollado
A rich and comforting soupy rice dish from the Valle del Cauca region of Colombia, featuring a medley of tender pork, chicken, and savory chorizo, simmered with aromatics and rice to a luscious, spoonable consistency.
Arroz con Coco (Colombian Coconut Rice)
A beloved Colombian side dish from the Caribbean coast, this Arroz con Coco is a delightful balance of sweet and savory, with tender rice infused with the rich flavor of coconut milk.
Avena Colombiana (Colombian Oatmeal Drink)
A creamy, comforting, and subtly sweet oatmeal drink, traditionally enjoyed as a refreshing street beverage. It's blended to a smooth consistency and infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon and vanilla.
Bandeja Paisa
Colombia's legendary platter - a generous feast featuring rice, beans, seasoned ground beef, crispy chicharrón (pork belly), flavorful chorizo, a fried egg, sweet fried plantain, a corn arepa, and creamy avocado, all brought together with a rich tomato-onion sauce (hogao).
Bocadillo (Guava Paste)
A traditional Colombian sweet made from guava paste and sugar, often served with cheese. It has a firm, jelly-like texture and a rich, sweet guava flavor.
Brazo de Reina (Queen's Arm Cake)
A classic Colombian jelly roll cake, known as 'Brazo de Reina' or Queen's Arm, featuring a light sponge cake filled with sweet guava paste and rolled to perfection. This dessert is a beloved treat for celebrations and everyday enjoyment.
Buñuelos Colombianos
Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, these Colombian cheese fritters are a beloved Christmas essential. Made with salty costeño cheese and tapioca starch, they puff up beautifully when fried to a golden brown.
Café con Panela
A traditional Colombian coffee sweetened with panela, offering a complex, rustic flavor profile.
Caldo de Costilla (Colombian Beef Rib Soup)
A deeply comforting and hearty Colombian breakfast soup featuring tender beef ribs, soft potatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a chilly morning or as a restorative meal.
Carantanta (Crispy Corn Crust)
Carantanta is a traditional Colombian snack made from the crispy, flavorful corn masa that forms on the bottom of the pot after preparing tamales or other corn-based dishes. It's a delicious way to utilize every bit of the masa, resulting in a unique, crunchy texture.
Carimañola
Carimañolas are savory, torpedo-shaped fritters made from mashed yuca, stuffed with a seasoned ground beef and hogao filling, and deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. A popular street food and breakfast item from the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
Carne Oreada (Colombian Sun-Dried Beef)
A traditional Colombian delicacy, Carne Oreada involves thinly slicing beef, seasoning it, and air-drying it until firm, then grilling it to a crispy, flavorful finish. It's a method of preservation that results in a unique chewy and concentrated taste.
Cazuela de Mariscos
A rich and creamy Colombian seafood stew, featuring a medley of fresh seafood simmered in a flavorful coconut milk base with aromatic vegetables.
Ceviche Colombiano
A refreshing and vibrant Colombian ceviche, featuring tender fish or shrimp 'cooked' in lime juice and tossed with fresh vegetables and a hint of ketchup for a unique regional twist. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal.