Paraguay is known for its best tourist destination, including national parks, beaches, and historic towns. However, Paraguay is not only about beautiful places. The country is also home to traditional dishes that will surely increase your appetite.

According to Culture Trip, this local cuisine has traversed across countries, with some cafes in both United States and London offering authentic experiences when it comes to Paraguayan food.

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Popular Food in Paraguay

Nomad Paradise described Paraguay's dishes as a combination of European and Latino flavors, making it a sizzling with Latin American flair.

If Paraguay is your next travel destination, here are five must-try dishes you definitely need to try.

Soyo

Paraguay has something to offer if you love soupy things that will surely make you full. According to Taste Atlas, soyo is a shorter name for a guarani phrase, "so'o josopy," which means crushed meat.

This hearty soup features the flavor of salt, garlic, parsley, and oregano. But what makes it special is the combination of beef, rice, and vegetables, such as tomatoes and green peppers. Soyo is a perfect Paraguayan meal for brunch.

Payagua Mascada

Hamburger may be one of the most accessible foods, but this burger patty from Paraguay will make you appreciate sandwich-like dishes even more.

Payagua mascada is technically a hamburger patty. But what makes it different is the cassava added to it. According to Nomad Paradise, this dish is made through a mixture of cassava and minced meat that is typically seasoned with herbs like chives.

Chipá

If you want to grab a quick snack, Paraguay's chipá should be the one for you. Culture Trip noted that this dish is basically a bread roll made from cassava, eggs, and cheese.

But this dish is more than a bread roll because it carries a long history, originating in the 18th century among the indigenous people of Guarani. This dish also has different variations and is typically sold in the streets of Paraguay.

Queso Paraguay

You should not leave Paraguay without trying their cheese called "queso Paraguay." This cheese is a staple in Paraguayan cuisine, and it is used in several dishes such as cheese chipá.

This cheese is made of cow's milk and has a soft consistency. Why not leave a space in your luggage and bring home some of this? It may enhance and make your favorite dishes even more flavorful.

Butifarra

Of course, a trip to Paraguay is not complete without trying their local meat dishes. One of the must-try meat cuisine in this country is the butifarra.

Butifarra or white sausage is a combination of pork, bacon, garlic, and lemon. This dish also features a smokey flavor that will make you feel like you are in a festival.

This dish originated from Catalonia, Spain, but is popular throughout Paraguay. Butifarra is usually found at an "asado" gathering that typically happens on weekends.

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Written by: Joshua Summers

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