Introduction
Christmas is the most awaited festival of the year in Colombia. People gather together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with their loved ones. And what is a celebration without good food? Colombians have a wide variety of traditional dishes that are prepared during Christmas time. These dishes are not only tasty but also have a cultural significance. Here are some of the most popular "recetas navidenas colombia" that you can try this festive season.Ajiaco
Ajiaco is a traditional soup that is served during Christmas time in Colombia. It is a hearty soup that is made with chicken, three different types of potatoes, corn, and guascas (a herb native to the Andes). The soup is garnished with capers, cream, and avocado. It is usually served with rice and avocado on the side. Here is how you can make it:Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 ears of corn, cut into rounds
- 3 different types of potatoes (russet, red, and blue), peeled and cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 bunch of scallions, chopped
- 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of guascas
- 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Capers, cream, and avocado for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion, garlic, and scallions to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chicken back to the pot along with 8 cups of water, the guascas, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and corn to the pot and let simmer for another 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Garnish with capers, cream, and avocado, and serve hot with rice on the side.
Nutrition:
Calories: 400
Protein: 40g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Buñuelos
Buñuelos are a popular Christmas snack in Colombia. They are made with a dough that is fried until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are usually served with a cup of hot chocolate. Here is how you can make them:Ingredients:
- 1 pound of queso blanco, grated
- 1 cup of cornstarch
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup of milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated queso blanco, cornstarch, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll into balls.
- Fry the balls in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with a cup of hot chocolate.
Nutrition:
Calories: 150
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Tamales
Tamales are a staple food in Colombia and are often eaten during Christmas time. They are made with masa (a type of corn dough) that is filled with meat, vegetables, and spices. The filling is then wrapped in a banana leaf and steamed until cooked. Tamales are a labor-intensive dish, but the end result is worth it. Here is how you can make them:Ingredients:
- 4 cups of masa harina (corn flour)
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1/2 cup of vegetable shortening
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 1 pound of pork shoulder, cut into small pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1/2 cup of sliced green olives
- 1/2 cup of capers
- 12 banana leaves, cut into 12-inch squares
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the masa harina, chicken broth, vegetable shortening, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the pork shoulder on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the pork back to the pot along with the cumin, paprika, and oregano. Stir to combine.
- Add enough water to the pot to cover the pork and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
- Remove the pork from the pot and shred with a fork.
- Add the raisins, green olives, and capers to the pot and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Place a banana leaf square on a flat surface and spread a thin layer of masa dough over the top.
- Add a spoonful of the pork mixture to the center of the dough.
- Roll the banana leaf around the filling and fold the ends in to form a package.
- Repeat with the remaining banana leaves and filling.
- Place the tamales in a steamer basket and steam for 1 hour or until the masa is cooked.
- Remove from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition:
Calories: 350
Protein: 15g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 30g
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