Argentinian Cuisine

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Argentinian Dishes

#1

Asado

Argentina's great ritual — not just a barbecue but a cultural institution. Whole cuts of beef, offal and sausages cooked...

#2

Dulce de Leche

Argentina's national obsession — a thick, rich caramel made by slowly heating sweetened milk until it turns deep amber a...

#3

Empanadas

Half-moon pastries filled with spiced beef, chicken, ham and cheese, or spinach and ricotta — Argentina's most beloved s...

#4

Milanesa

Argentina's take on the Milanese schnitzel — breaded and fried beef or chicken, eaten in a bread roll (milanesa sandwich...

#5

Locro

Argentina's great winter stew — a thick, hearty soup of white corn, squash, beans and various cuts of pork and beef, slo...

#6

Matambre

Matambre is a classic Argentine dish made from a thin cut of beef (flank or flap meat) that is stuffed with vegetables, ...

#7

Milanesa Napolitana

A breaded beef cutlet topped with tomato sauce, ham, and melted mozzarella cheese.

#8

Noquis del 29

Soft potato gnocchi traditionally eaten on the 29th of each month, a beloved Argentine custom.

#9

Mollejas

Grilled beef sweetbreads with a crisp, caramelized exterior, a prized cut at an Argentinian asado.

#10

Bife a Caballo

A grilled steak topped with two fried eggs, a hearty Argentine classic.

#11

Vitel Tone

Thinly sliced cold veal topped with a creamy tuna and caper sauce.

#12

Sorrentinos

Round, ring-shaped stuffed pasta filled with ham and cheese, a distinctly Argentine pasta.

#13

Provoleta

Provoleta is a classic Argentine dish of thick-sliced provolone cheese grilled until golden and bubbling on the outside ...

#14

Lengua a la Vinagreta

Thinly sliced beef tongue served cold in a tangy vinegar and herb dressing.

#15

Bife de Chorizo

A thick-cut sirloin steak, a staple cut of Argentina's parrilla grilling tradition.

#16

Pastelitos

Flaky, sweet fried pastries filled with quince or sweet potato paste, traditional for national holidays.

#17

Rabas

Crispy fried squid rings, a popular Argentinian coastal appetizer served with lemon.

#18

Facturas

Facturas are a broad category of Argentine sweet pastries, typically sold in bakeries (panaderías) and enjoyed at breakf...

#19

Cazuela de Mariscos

A rich seafood casserole simmered with wine, tomato, and cream, a coastal Argentine dish.

#20

Tamales

Tamales are steamed parcels of masa (corn dough) filled with seasoned meat, vegetables, or cheese, wrapped in corn husks...

#21

Panqueques con Dulce de Leche

Thin Argentine crepes rolled with sweet dulce de leche caramel filling.

#22

Torta Frita

A simple, crisp fried dough, traditionally eaten on rainy days with mate tea.

#23

Alfajores

Alfajores are soft, crumbly sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche and often coated in chocolate, powdered sugar, o...

#24

Medialunas

Medialunas are soft, lightly sweet crescent-shaped pastries that are a staple of Argentine café culture, closely related...

#25

Humita

Humita is a traditional Andean dish made from fresh corn paste seasoned with onion, cheese, and spices, wrapped in corn ...

#26

Chimichurri

Chimichurri is a vibrant, uncooked herb sauce from Argentina, made primarily from parsley, garlic, oil, and vinegar, and...

#27

Carbonada

Carbonada is a hearty Argentine stew made with beef, vegetables, and fruit, often served dramatically inside a hollowed-...

#28

Pastel de Papa Argentino

A baked shepherd's pie-style dish with a ground beef filling topped with mashed potato.

#29

Choripán

Choripán is a popular Argentine street food and casual dish consisting of a grilled chorizo sausage served in a crusty b...

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