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Latin-Inspired Brunch Dishes

10 Latin-Inspired Dishes That Will Make You Even More Excited For Brunch

March 19, 2017 by Emilia Benton

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10 Latin-Inspired Dishes That Will Make You Even More Excited For Brunch

If you're part of the less than one percent of people in the world who don't enjoy brunch — OK, that might not be a real number, but you're definitely the minority! — we're about to convert you. And if you're like most people who just can't wait to enjoy a late and relaxing breakfast on the weekend, then we're about to blow your mind. These Latin-inspired recipes are worth every second spent in the kitchen — trust us!

Break away from traditional Mexican huevos rancheros and try your hand at huevos motuleños, made up of fried eggs over refried black beans on a fried tortilla, topped with salsa, and served with fried plantains, chorizo, and crumbled queso fresco. What the what?!

Most Americans recognize migas as a Tex-Mex egg scramble made with peppers cheese and tortilla chips, but in many Spanish-speaking countries it’s made with a variety of leftovers, from bread to potatoes.

Huevos a la rabona is one of the most simple and delicious "on-the-go" Peruvian breakfast options, made of sliced pan-fried bread topped with a sunny-side-up egg, onion, and chili pepper. Mouths officially watering.

When you've got a hankering for a sweet breakfast dish, dulce de leche french toast will surely hit the spot.

A papaya mango smoothie in your brunch spread is so deliciously sweet and healthy.

A dish made of hominy corn and eggs, mote pillo is a versatile Ecuadorian dish that can be served for breakfast, at brunch, or even as a side to meat dishes at dinnertime.

Mangú, made of mashed plantains and commonly served with a side of eggs, is basically the national breakfast of the Dominican Republic — they know where it's at!

We know we don't have to convince you to eat potatoes for breakfast! Milcaos (Chilean-style potato pancakes), often served with vegetables like tomatoes and onions, are a tasty alternative to traditional breakfast sides.

Cachapas (corn pancakes) are a traditional Colombian and Venezuelan dish commonly served plain or topped with cheese.

Platanos fritos, or fried plantains, are a staple in many Latin American countries and bring that sweet taste you may be craving to the a.m. meal.

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