Planning a trip to Bolivia , it would be nice to get acquainted with the peculiarities of its national cuisine. Our article is devoted to the dishes and drinks that you have to try and find here.
Features of Bolivian cuisine
The traditional cuisine of Bolivia has preserved the original recipes of dishes, which were often prepared by the indigenous tribes of the Indians. However, there are some differences depending on the region in which you decided to rest.
The western part of Bolivia is located in arid mountain areas, so often maize, cereals, potatoes, peppers and spices are used for cooking.
The eastern regions of the country are dominated by the tropical climate, which is favorable for the cultivation of large domestic animals. It is here that travelers can enjoy a variety of dishes from beef and pork, as well as feast on exotic fruits.
The southern cities are famous for their wineries. Resting in these places, you can taste excellent wines and brandy brand "Singhani".
National dishes of Bolivia
The names of national dishes in the cuisine of Bolivia are bizarre, but these dishes should definitely be tasted to experience the atmosphere of the country and its traditions . Let's talk about the traditional dishes of Bolivian cuisine, which are definitely worth a try:
- "Selten" - pancakes stuffed with meat, which are served with hot garlic sauce, plastic potatoes, selected raisins and baked sweet pepper.
- "Lomo-mentado" is beef steak, as a side dish to which is prepared a mixture of rice, boiled eggs and lightly toasted bananas.
- "Polos-spiedo" - a well-cooked chicken, potatoes and salad on an open fire.
- Chuko is dried potatoes. Very similar to the chips we know.
- "Lakusa" is a thick soup with meat broth.
- "Masako" - alpaca stew and banana puree.
- "Trucha" - trout baked with vegetables.
- "Surubi" - fried fish caught from local rivers and lakes.
- "Liahva" is a hot sauce, in the composition of which there are pepper pods and tomatoes.
- "Uminta" - a mixture of tomatoes, onions, peppers, crocked in corn cobs.
- "Pique Macho" - ragout of beef, potatoes, eggs, peppers and garlic, seasoned with mayonnaise sauce and sweet ketchup.
- "Saltyenya" - pies with a variety of fillings. Most often it is meat, carrots, potatoes, eggs, raisins. The ingredients are used singly or mixed.
- "Salchipapas" - fried sausages from veal. Served with French fries.
- "Chicarron" - pork ribs, flavored with lemon juice and flavored garlic.
- "Anticicho" - marinated pieces of beef, fried on skewers. The dish is served with boiled potatoes and plenty of greens and spices.
Beverages
As for drinks in Bolivian cuisine, there are not so many. The indigenous population prefers to drink tea mate, which is added chamomile, anise or coca leaves.
Speaking about drinks containing alcohol, it is worth highlighting local beer brands "Wari", "Pasena". The variety "Chicha Cochambambina" is brewed using corn cobs. Popular brandy "Singhani", as well as samogon from cereals - "Chicha".
