These refried bean tostadas (tostada de frijoles) have got to be one Guatemala's tastiest vegetarian snacks. Corn tortillas are fried till crisp, then topped with hearty refried bean mix, tangy cabbage slaw, fresh slices of avocado, tomato and chilli. Country Number...
Marinated Broccolini with Suya Spice- Ghana
In this Ghanian-inspired side dish, broccolini is marinated in a flavourful Suya spice blend, then roasted till tender and topped with crushed peanuts and caramelized onion. Country Number 67: Ghana You learn something new every day. Today I learnt that the Gold Coast...
Vegetarian Pupusas with Curtido and Salsa Roja- El Salvador
These vegetarian pupusas are a typical El Salvadorian dish consisting of thick fried corncakes that are filled with oozing cheese and refried kidney beans. Served up with a tangy cabbage slaw (curtido) and a flavourful salsa, these make for a serious satisfying snack...
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