Las Comidas del Mundo Hispano Foods of the Hispanic World febrero 2009

Países España México Costa Rica

España

Tapas Tapas are small meals Appetizers Meals to share Consist of… Bread topped with meats, cheeses, olives Meats such as sausages (chorizo), chicken, ham

Paella National dish of Spain Main ingredients: rice, meats (chicken or rabbit), seafood, snails, tomatoes, water, saffron spice, and salt Cooked in a large round pan – diners eat from pan

Tortillas Different from tortillas in Mexico, the U.S., and Latin America Compared to an omelette

Empanadas Stuffed pastry Many different varieties – depending on country In Spain, empanadas are generally filled with meat and cheese Similar to HotPockets here in the U.S. and calzones from Italy

Churros Similar to a doughnut Originated in Spain Fried strips of dough covered with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and sugar

Flan A carmel custard Made with eggs, milk, and carmel Flavored with vanilla

México

Tortillas Corn vs. Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas Flour tortillas Southern parts of Mexico Corn was believed to be “the gift of the Gods” according to the native peoples of Mexico Flour tortillas Northern parts of Mexico

Common Foods tacos enchiladas quesadillas

Salsa and Guacamole Salsa Guacamole “sauce” tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro Guacamole avocado, onions, chiles, tomatoes, and salt

Traditional Foods Mole (Mole Poblano) A sauce made with chili peppers and spices, unsweetened chocolate, almonds, and other ingredients

Chilaquiles Fried tortillas topped with salsa or mole and cheese or sour cream Sometimes contains eggs and pulled chicken Served with refried beans Breakfast or brunch

Tamales Traditional food throughout Latin America Can be filled with meats, cheeses, and chillis, or other ingredients to taste Made with corn dough (masa) Wrapped in a corn husk (Mexico) or plantain leaves (Central America)

Horchata A drink made from a combination of rice or rice milk, almonds or almond milk, and cinnamon

Costa Rica

Casado A typical Costa Rican dish consisting of rice and beans, a salad, a tortilla, fried plaintains, and steak, chicken, fish or pork “Casado” - married

Gallo Pinto The national dish of Costa Rica A mixture of fried rice and black beans, onions, peppers, and cilantro with Lizano sauce

Arroz con Pollo Rice with chicken A staple at most meals and occasions

Tres Leches Cake A cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated milk condensed milk heavy cream

Did you know… chocolate was originally used by ancient civilizations in South America, Central America, and Mexico? chocolate was named by the Aztecs?