Savor! 20 Iconic Dishes Latino Countries Are Known For

One of the ways Latin American countries celebrate national pride is through their delicious dishes. Our food blends influences, from the indigenous, Spanish, and African, and beyond, survive history, and make use of the best local ingredients. A nation’s cuisine is a major part of its identity. So, let’s learn more about each Latino country, by learning about major dishes of each.

6Costa Rica: Casado

Cosado Costa Rica
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While gallo pinto is also the national dish of Costa Rica, another dish, which is purely Costa Rican is casado. Meaning “a married man” in Spanish, casado is a dish that brings together a variety of food. It includes rice, black beans, salad, and meat, but could also have a tortilla, plantains, an egg, vegetables, spaghetti, and other sides.