Argentina: 5 Traditional Foods You Have to Try to Get a Taste of Argentine Culture
Known for its festive and vibrant culture, Argentina has a lot to offer, from numerous breathtaking landscapes to delicious traditional foods.
Being the eighth largest country, Argentina is home to Iguazu falls and Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia. It is also known to be the home of literary geniuses and the well-known tango that makes people groove into the dance floor.
Experiencing culture usually requires travel, and here's to hoping that COVID-19 will soon be removed from one of our worries during travel, aside from the excess baggage we typically encounter at the airport.
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Argentina Traditional Foods
Another worry that is always at the back of every traveler's mind is the food they will encounter in a foreign land.
But if you decide to travel to Argentina, you don't have to worry because the foods in the said country boast flavor and are rooted in their culture.
To lessen your worries, here are the top 5 Argentine traditional foods you must try.
Asado
A trip to Argentina will not be complete if you will not try the Argentine Asado or grilled meats.
Called roast in the English language, Asado is not only a portion of food but is also considered an activity as friends usually gather around a barbecue while waiting for the meat to be cooked.
In Argentina, people usually use beef, pork, ribs, sausages, sweetbreads, and blood sausages to make Asado.
Humitas en Chala
If you are a Christian, visiting Argentina at the end of February and early March is a smart move as the country hosts a carnival before the Lenten season, where people dress up in costumes and dance.
They eat spicy food, including corn stew and Humitas en Chala or corn patties wrapped and cooked in their husks.
The Argentine Humitas are made of corn, onion, spices, and goat cheese for that creamy texture. This food is served as a snack and also the main dish.
Carbonada
If you want a balance between meat and vegetables but is hearty, Argentina's Carbonada is right for you. Carbonada is a stew made from many vegetables, including potatoes and sweet potatoes, carrots, sweet corn, and peppers. Bacon or other meat makes the soup tastier.
The soup is also topped with fruits ranging from dried apricots, pears, peaches, and raisins.
Provoleta
If you are a cheese lover, you might have to try Provoleta.
Provoleta is grilled provolone seasoned with fresh herbs and then cooked on the grill to make the outside of the cheese caramelized. Don't expect any bread, though. It's good as it is.
Dulce De Leche
Of course, a trip without sweets will be boring. For that sudden charge of energy, Argentina offers Dulce de Leche.
Loosely translated to "candy made from milk," Dulce de Leche is a thick and sugary caramel-like sauce made by slowly heating and reducing the condensed milk until sticky.
It is usually found on top of breads, pastries, dessert empanadas, and even toppings for ice cream.
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Written by: Joshua Summers
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