Ecuadorian cuisine features many ways to prepare foods and drinks. It is quite enriched by the country's multiethnic and multicultural diversity, with contributions from the various regions and climates that compose it.

Delicious and traditional Ecuadorian recipes

In this section, you will find recipes for starters and appetizers from Ecuadorian cuisine. They are simple and fun recipes to prepare.

Crab Salad

Crab Salad

Crab Salad is a delicious dish from Ecuadorian cuisine, made with fresh crabs, potatoes, onion, and tomato. Carefully cooked, they are combined into a smooth and flavorful mixture, enhanced by pickled onions that add the perfect finishing touch.

Appetizers
1 hour
4 Servings

Ecuadorian Green Plantain Tortilla

Ecuadorian Green Plantain Tortilla

The Ecuadorian green plantain tortilla is a typical dish of the country, made with a dough of green plantains filled with cheese. Its simple preparation involves cooking, mashing the plantains, adding butter, forming tortillas, filling them, and frying until golden. They are served with onion and tomato pickles and a coastal chili sauce. A traditional delight full of flavor.

Appetizers
1 hour
6 Servings

Here you will find delicious Ecuadorian soups and creams. They are very tasty and flavorful recipes that you can easily prepare.

Chicken Broth

Chicken Broth

Chicken broth is a traditional Ecuadorian soup, nutritious and comforting. It is prepared with chicken, rice, vegetables, and spices, cooked slowly to blend the flavors and create a unique culinary experience. Ideal for sharing on a cool evening.

Soups
1 hour
6 Servings

Cow Feet Soup

Cow Feet Soup

Cow Feet Soup is an iconic dish of Ecuadorian cuisine, combining the softness of cassava, the gelatinous texture of beef feet, and the flavor of hominy in a comforting broth. Perfect for warming the soul on cool days. A delicacy to enjoy with family.

Soups
1 hour
8 Servings

We present you a complete list of recipes for typical and traditional dishes of Ecuadorian cuisine. Discover exquisite recipes that reflect the authentic culinary heritage of Ecuador, with unique and captivating flavors.

Churrasco

Churrasco

Ecuadorian churrasco, a delicious beef steak seasoned with garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grilled or pan-fried, served with a fried egg, rice, French fries, plantains, curtido, and avocado. An explosion of flavors in every bite. Enjoy.

Main Course
1 hour
4 Servings

Fanesca

Fanesca

Fanesca is a traditional Ecuadorian dish for Holy Week, a family celebration that brings together iconic flavors. Rich in cod, sambo, and pumpkin, this indulgent stew is prepared with care to offer an explosion of flavor and warmth. A dish that unites generations around the table.

Soups
1 hour
8 Servings

Delicious recipes of Ecuadorian typical food and cuisine. The recipes of Ecuadorian food and cuisine are simple and easy to prepare.

Ecuadorian Quesadillas

Ecuadorian Quesadillas

Ecuadorian quesadillas are a traditional sweet delight from Quito. Their mixture of sugar, cornstarch, and cheese wrapped in baked dough creates an explosion of flavors that will delight your palate. Perfect to accompany with a refreshing splash or a delicious ice cream.

Pastry
1 hour
10 Servings

Espumillas

Espumillas

Espumillas, known as suspiritos in Ecuador, is a beloved sweet with a creamy meringue texture and guava flavor. Made with guava pulp, egg whites, and sugar, its colorful appearance makes it an enticing dessert to delight any palate.

Pastry
1 hour
8 Servings

Discover here recipes to prepare delicious juices and Ecuadorian beverages. A refreshing and tasty journey through Ecuadorian cuisine.

Alfalfa and Naranjilla Juice

Alfalfa and Naranjilla Juice

A refreshing and healthy combination, alfalfa and naranjilla juice is a nutritious drink enjoyed in Ecuador. Simply blend the naranjillas with water, add alfalfa and a touch of sugar. Strain and serve with ice. A delightful refreshment.

Drinks
1 hour
6 Servings

Borojo Shake

Borojo Shake

The borojo shake, known for its aphrodisiac effects in Ecuadorian culture, is an exotic and delicious beverage. Its preparation combines borojo pulp, milk, sugar, nutmeg, eggs, vanilla, nuts, and ice to create a creamy and refreshing experience for the palate. Ideal for a sunny afternoon.

Drinks
1 hour
4 Servings

Ecuadorian recipes feature the most representative dishes from each region, prepared in their traditional ways. We have the classic fritada, wrapped foods such as tamales, humitas, and quimbolitos, as well as ceviches and a wide selection of desserts that showcase the culinary identity of each province.

Additionally, we can talk about recipes from the Amazon region, like chontaduro chicha, casabe, or shinchicara.

Ecuadorian cuisine is more widely recognized abroad for its ingredients than for its traditional typical dishes. Most Ecuadorians enjoy soups and broths such as encebollado, green ball soup, viche, potato locro, as well as barley rice, quinoa soup, guinea pig chili, chupy, and yaguarlocro.

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