7 traditional dishes from Colombia that you probably don’t know

The Colombian gastronomy is one of the greatest treasures of Latin America, and no one can resist the traditional arepas, sancocho, empanadas, and all those delights made with corn or rice. That’s why, on this occasion, we show you some typical dishes from Colombia that you won’t be able to resist. Arepas Like in Venezuela, arepas are a very common dish in Colombian lands. Arepas are small cakes made with corn flour and cooked on a grill; they can be prepared very simply, from just a bit of butter to meat with cheese and more ingredients. In Cartagena, egg arepas stand out. What are you craving? Ajiaco If it’s soups we are talking about, you won’t be able to resist the traditional ajiaco, which is made with shredded chicken, different types of potatoes, corn, and guasca. Don’t be fooled by its soup essence, as more than a starter, ajiaco is considered a complete dish. Picada Another gem of Colombian gastronomy is picada, an exquisite dish with different cuts of meat accompanied by potatoes, corn, patacones, avocado, and the ever-present arepas. It is generally eaten at gatherings to enjoy with friends. Fried Snapper and Coconut RiceFried snapper is a type of fish that is cooked fried, with sliced green plantains, smashed and fried, along with a delicious sweet coconut rice, a classic from the Colombian coasts. Atollado Rice Atollado rice is a delicious dish made with rice, chicken, pork, and beef, accompanied by onion, potatoes, and peppers. It is a traditional Colombian dish that you simply cannot miss. Patarasca Patarasca is a typical dish from the southeast of Colombia, near the Amazon, consisting of fish seasoned with native saffron, wrapped in banana leaves and cooked over coals. A true delicacy! Santandereana Sobrebarriga Sobrebarriga is a cut of beef from the side of the stomach that is baked with tomato, garlic, and various seasonings, accompanied by potatoes and yuca, a very tasty type of sweet potato. This dish is traditional from Santander, an Andean department in the northeastern part of Colombia. Which traditional dish from Colombia are you most craving?