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Venezuelan chicken and rice is a very complete dish that is well known in the rest of Latin America and the Caribbean and that, depending on its preparation, has a taste of home for many Venezuelans. It is a fairly simple and quick dish if you have several diners at your table. Its origin is uncertain, although many…
Mandocas are a typical recipe from Zulia, one of the most populous states in Venezuela. They are an appetizer that combines the sweet flavor of plantain and panela with the salty flavor of white cheese. Like many Venezuelan recipes, it is in this contrast of flavors that the magic of the mandocas is found. To…
In Venezuela they are known as pastelitos to a mass of wheat flour filled with cheese, meat or chicken. In general, Venezuelan pastelitos are deep fried, although some prefer them baked. However, it is in the Andean zone of the country where this preparation acquires a deep-rooted and cultural character. It is for this reason that they are called Andean…
Nothing more typical of Venezuelan food than empanadas and arepas, which are consumed daily at breakfast and dinner throughout the entire national territory. Both have infinite versions, in which both the dough and the filling can vary. In Venezuela, when you visit the beach, it is normal to eat dogfish empanadas facing the sea. A…
One of the most famous Christmas cakes in the world is the easy and delicious Venezuelan black cake, a hallmark of the holiday season. Originally from the United Kingdom, many versions are known in different countries. It is said that this magnificent dessert arose out of necessity, since the sailors had to eat food that was easy to…
Venezuelan pasticho is a variation on the classic meat lasagna recipe. Made with tomato, meat and béchamel sauce, this homemade pasticho is a delight that everyone at home will love. Don’t be scared by the number of steps, because although it is an elaborate process, the recipe is very easy. Follow the instructions and have a great time. Ingredients to make Venezuelan Pasticho: 4 units…
Ingredients to make Venezuelan Cheese Tequeños: 500 grams of dough for tequeños 500 grams of cheese to gratin 1 pinch of flour Oil for frying How to make Venezuelan Cheese Tequeños: The first step to make the Venezuelan cheese tequeños will be to sprinkle a pinch of flour on a smooth and clean surface. On…
Venezuelan tequeños are famous all over the world, either because you have a friend from Venezuela or you have passed through a local food place in this country, surely you have heard of them or have been lucky enough to try them. The fact is that these unique cheese sticks are irresistible and very easy to make. The…
Believe it or not, the Caesar salad is not Italian but…, Mexican! However, the creator of this culinary wonder is originally from Italy and his creation of it is now a heritage of world gastronomy. As is often the case with most famous dishes, each country adds something to its creation. We bring you one of the most famous…
If there is an easy and quick sweet to make, it is this Venezuelan fried plantain sweet. By itself, the banana is a highly appreciated fruit in that country and is part of what many identify as the national dish of Venezuela: the pabellón. Also, to make this Venezuelan plantain candy recipe you only need plantains that are ripe and…