Traditional Latin Breakfast Recipes

Costa Rican Gallo Pinto

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This spiced rice and beans dish is typically served alongside fried eggs and plantains.

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Brazilian Pão de Queijo

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For a simple Brazilian breakfast, these traditional cheesy bread puffs go great with fruit and coffee.

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Dominican Mofongo

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A Dominican staple also known as mangu, this mashed plantains dish is most often prepared with oil, spices, and meat like sausage.

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Mexican Chilaquiles Rojos With Ancho Chili Sauce

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This traditional breakfast dish features homemade crispy tortilla chips tossed with zesty ancho chili sauce, topped with avocado, jalapeños, tomato, queso blanco, and a fried egg.

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Ecuadorian Bolón de Verde

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These fried green plantain dumplings filled with cheese go great with fried eggs on the side.

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Belizean Fry Jacks

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This fried pastry bread is very versatile and can be enjoyed simply with honey and coffee or alongside eggs, potatoes, and sausage.

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Venezuelan Pabellón Criollo

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The official national dish of Venezuela, this combination of fried plantains, flank steak, and rice is often paired with eggs and makes for a winning breakfast.

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Argentinian Medialunas

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You won't be able to resist having one of these sugar rum glaze-topped Argentinian croissants with your morning coffee.

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Colombian Changua

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This milk and egg soup is a comforting favorite on colder days.

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Peruvian Quinoa and Amaranth

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An alternative to standard oatmeal, this quinoa and amaranth combination is a supercharged protein powerhouse.

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Paraguayan Mbeju

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These traditional cheese and yuca pancakes are a breakfast staple in Paraguay.

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