Carimañas

Carimañas are a delicious traditional fried dish from Panama, made with a dough prepared from cassava and a flavorful filling of cheese or, in this case, meat.
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Carimañas are a delicious traditional fried dish from Panama, made with a dough prepared from cassava and a flavorful filling of cheese or, in this case, meat.

This is a very versatile and easy-to-make recipe. It can be served with plantains, fritters, or bread. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Spicy, flavorful, and well-seasoned, escabeche fish can brighten up any celebration table. Learn how to prepare this delicious dish.

Ceviche is a true delight enjoyed in almost every country, but in Panama, it has an authentically unique flavor. This dish is prepared with fillet of corvina, making it an exquisite option to enjoy on any occasion.

Tamales are a main dish of Panamanian cuisine, made with seasoned corn dough and filled with chicken, beef, or pork stew, wrapped in banana leaves.

This recipe is one of the most versatile and delicious, as it can be made with beef, pork, or chicken. No matter what ingredients you use, what is essential for an authentic Panamanian pot tamal is to serve it on banana leaves. A delight you can't miss!

A delicious rice dish, in this case fried, with Puerto Rican chorizo, that you will love.

Rice with guandú is a delicious dish where guandú, a type of bean, becomes one of the most traditional side dishes in Panamanian cuisine.

The Rondon is a dish rich in cultural symbolism, merging local ingredients such as fresh fish, coconut, and plantains, into an exquisite blend that reflects Panama's diverse and rich gastronomic culture.

In this recipe, we will teach you how to cook this delicious dish made with beef, served with rice, tortillas, and pastries.

Sancocho is a highly cherished dish in different regions of Panama. Each area has its unique way of making it; however, everyone agrees that free-range chicken and yard eggs are essential ingredients to achieve an authentic Panamanian sancocho.

This typical Panamanian dish has been influenced by Jamaican cuisine, adapting to local flavors and traditions to offer a delicious mix of tart and spicy tastes. It is undoubtedly a delight worth trying.