Chile has so many delicious dishes, and even though it is one of the countries farthest from China, these few dishes particularly suit our taste!
Chumbeque
Chumbeque is a traditional dessert from northern Chile, originating in the 19th century. The main ingredients are flour, butter, and honey, with layers filled with fruits such as lemon, mango, and fig, and other fillings like chocolate.
The charm of Chumbeque lies in the perfect combination of butter, honey, and flour. This traditional craft gives a soulful flavor that is especially precious in today’s fast-paced urban life. Chumbeque is also one of the must-try delicacies for tourists.
Curanto
Curanto is a traditional dish from the Chiloé Archipelago in Chile, known as a “delicacy from the earth pit.
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To prepare it, a pit is dug, and hot stones are placed at the bottom, followed by layering seafood, potatoes, meat, vegetables, and other ingredients, each separated by large leaves. Finally, it is sealed with a wet cloth or soil, and the food is cooked using the heat from the stones. The word “Curanto” literally means “hot stone.
” Some might think of Peru’s “earth oven,” which also uses a pit and heated stones, and the method is indeed quite similar.
Chancho en piedra
Chancho en piedra is a Chilean sauce made from garlic, chili, tomatoes, salt, cooking oil, and lemon juice, prepared using a mortar. It is very simple and convenient, a Chilean delicacy that can be replicated at home (if you have a mortar).
Paired with freshly baked bread, it tastes fantastic.
Chorrillana
Chorrillana is a “golden combination” platter consisting of French fries, beef, sautéed onions, and fried or scrambled eggs.
Of course, every chef has their own “secret recipe,” adding some cheese, tomatoes, and other ingredients, all equally delicious.
Chorrillana is usually served in a large portion, making it a bit challenging to enjoy alone, so it’s best to share with friends.
Pastel de choclo
When talking about representative foods of Chile, this “choclo” cannot be missed. It is a corn pie made from tender cornmeal, filled with a mixture of chicken or beef and various vegetables.
It is a very common Chilean home-cooked dish, with each household having its own recipe. Friends traveling to Chile can try different flavors of “choclo” at various restaurants.
Empanada de pino
Those familiar with Latin America know that almost every country there has “empanadas,” or stuffed pastries, and Chile is no exception.
“Pino” refers to a unique filling in Chile, made from beef, onions, black olives, and boiled eggs.
Empanada de pino is also one of the essential holiday foods for the Chilean people.
