Top 5: Christmas Dishes from Around the World

We may think that everyone has turkey and mashed potatoes for dinner at Christmas, but this is just a convention. The reality is that each country enjoys its culinary traditions during this festive season. To whet your appetite, and perhaps inspire you to try a different recipe this Christmas, here’s our top 5: Christmas dishes from around the world. Glazed Ham (United States) No doubt, one of the most sought-after dishes during the Christmas festivities in our northern neighbor is this enormous glazed piece of pork accompanied by pineapple. It has the best of all worlds: it's savory, a bit sweet, crunchy on the outside, and melts in your mouth with juiciness inside. It is also a show-stopper as it looks impressive and wows all the guests. See the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/carnes-y-aves/jamon-caramelizado Trifle (United Kingdom) In England, they don’t use ice cream or a mere cake for Christmas dessert; no, they enjoy the succulent trifle. It is a dish that must be created in layers of different sweet ingredients. Often, layers of cookies, cream, and jam are used, but today we present you with this decadent multi-layered chocolate dessert. See the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/buscar?f=1&q=trifle Alfajores (South America) You can find variations of this delicious cookie throughout Latin America. It’s true that the most famous version is Argentine, but the Peruvian one also has a lot to say in terms of sweet flavor and silky texture. During Christmas, you can find them everywhere, and they are even considered an excellent gift for the holidays. See the recipe here: http://www.saveur.com/gallery/Christmas-Recipes-From-Around-the-World/?image=20 Romeritos (Mexico) There is no better example than that each country has its typical Christmas dishes than the classic Mexican romeritos. Beyond turkey or cider, this is a typical recipe that has been prepared in national homes for decades. Many mix it with mole, shrimp, and other seafood as they taste great with that flavor. See the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/guarniciones/romeritos-para-navidad Blue Cheese Stuffed Apples (Germany) During December, it’s not uncommon to see stores in Germany full of stuffed apples; one of the most typical recipes is made with butter, white wine, and a walnut filling. Today we have a sweet and sour recipe that includes a green apple and a blue cheese filling for those who enjoy strong flavors. See the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/recetas-con-olla-express/postres-en-olla-express/manzanas-rellenas-con-queso-azul