Empanadas are the ubiquitous South American or Spanish pie – a pastry turnover with a filling of meat or cheese which is either baked or fried. Ours were baked with 2 different fillings: a corn and cheese filling and because we’re in Australia a lamb filling. Our Chilean friend Inês supplied Jane with the pastry…… Continue reading empanadas
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budin de pan
This bread pudding, unlike any other I’ve encountered, is somewhere between cake and flan. Chef Brooke Siem travelled through nine countries seeking out grandmothers willing to share their stories, kitchens and recipes for her grandmother project. In Argentina she met Sofy who shared this recipe. Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350°F) and put the kettle…… Continue reading budin de pan
salt cod stew
Originating from the Basque region in Spain, Bacalao a la Vizcaina is also popular in many Latin American countries. This Puerto Rican version is from Milly Suazo-Martinez via AllRecipes. Soak 450g (1 lb) of salt cod (wet or dry) in at least 2 litres (quarts) of water, changing the water three times over the course…… Continue reading salt cod stew
mushroom ceviche
Ceviche (cebiche, seviche) is a popular South American dish which hails from Peru. It is generally made by curing fresh raw fish in citrus juice and spices, but here is a delightful vegetarian version from The South American Table by Maria Baez Kijac. Serve it with tostadas (tortilla chips). Bring a large saucepan of water to…… Continue reading mushroom ceviche
lamb in coconut milk
Introduced to the South American cuisine by African slaves, coconut is used widely in Brazil and the Andean countries. This recipe, adapted from Maria Baez Kijac’s The South American Table comes from the Pacific Coast of Columbia. Trim and dice 450g (1 lb) of lamb. In a heavy pan, heat some oil and butter over medium…… Continue reading lamb in coconut milk
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