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Latin American Recipes

Latin America includes all of South and Central America, as well as Mexico; however, since there is so much overlap and influence between Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, those recipes are indexed separately.

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Black Bean Soup

This spicy, garlicky, and surprisingly sweet black bean soup is hearty enough to stick to your ribs!
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Chimichurri

Argentina's answer to pesto: a thick, spicy sauce featuring fresh parsley or cilantro.
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Chimichurri Tofu

Chewy tofu with a rich, herby coating.
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Coconut Milk

Instead of buying canned coconut milk, make your own. It's fast and easy, plus you know exactly what's in it.
Appetizers & Side Dishes / Asian Recipes / Breads & Grains / Classic Recipes / Comfort Food / Easy Recipes / Indian Recipes / Latin American Recipes / Quickies / Vegan Recipes

Coconut Rice

Simply cooking rice in coconut milk instead of water adds a whole new dimension of flavor. Since coconut is a tropical fruit, coconut rice is traditional to southern Indian, southeast Asian, and Latin American cuisines.
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Cuban Orange Mojo Tofu

Chewy tofu marinated in a tangy orange sauce and roasted.
African Recipes / Appetizers & Side Dishes / Caribbean Recipes / Easy Recipes / Latin American Recipes / Quickies / Vegan Recipes

Fried Plantains

Plantains taste like bananas crossed with potatoes. Fried, they make a slightly sweet, starchy accompaniment to rice and beans.
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Gallo Pinto

Gallo pinto, literally "spotted rooster," is ubiquitous in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It refers to black beans and rice cooked together, and is served at every meal, surrounded by various side dishes. It's easy to make and very healthy.
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Salsa a la huancaĆ­na

A spicy sauce from the Huancayo region of Peru traditionally made with fresh cheese. This vegan version relies on nutritional yeast instead.
Appetizers & Side Dishes / Flexible Recipes / Latin American Recipes / Mexican / Tex-Mex Recipes / Quickies / Spanish Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Spanish Rice

Spanish rice is a traditional, somewhat spicy side dish found throughout Latin America.

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