1,416 Latin American Recipes
From Seared Chayote Halves Stuffed with Sweetened Puree to Iquique-Style Seafood Empanadas with Spicy Pebre Sauce — explore 1,416 Latin American recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Baked Cod with Tomato-Avocado Salsa and Cilantro-Lime Cauliflower Rice
Flaky baked cod topped with a fresh tomato-avocado salsa served alongside zesty cilantro-lime cauliflower rice for a bright Whole30 meal.
Seared Chayote Halves Stuffed with Sweetened Puree
Local Guatemalan dessert featuring tender chayote squash halves filled with a cinnamon-spiced sweet puree, lightly seared to caramelize the edges.
Slow-Simmered Guatemalan Chicken Pepián with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
A hearty Guatemalan stew featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, spiced tomato and roasted pumpkin seed sauce.
Iquique-Style Seafood Empanadas with Spicy Pebre Sauce
Flaky empanadas filled with a mix of fresh seafood inspired by the coastal flavors of Iquique, paired with a vibrant Chilean pebre sauce.
Citrus-Spiced Black Bean and Quinoa Salad
A vibrant and refreshing quinoa salad tossed with black beans, citrus zest, and a bright cumin-lime dressing perfect for a healthy meal.
Green Chili Braised Pork Shoulder Tacos
Slow-braised pork shoulder in a spicy Colorado green chili sauce, shredded and served in warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings.
Latin-Spiced Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Tender pork seasoned with warm Latin spices, served in soft tortillas topped with sweet and tangy pineapple salsa.
Dominican-Style Black Bean and Rice Bowl with Sofrito
A hearty Latin American rice bowl featuring aromatic sofrito-infused black beans and fluffy white rice.
Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Bowl
A colorful, hearty bowl featuring caramelized sweet plantains paired with seasoned black beans and fresh avocado for a comforting, vegetarian meal.
One-Pot Colombian Black Bean Stew with Smoked Pork
A hearty and flavorful one-pot stew combining black beans, smoked pork, and traditional Colombian spices for a comforting meal.
Pique Macho with Spicy Sausage and Beef Stir-Fry
A classic Bolivian street food made with spicy sausage, beef strips, vegetables, and boiled potatoes all tossed in a flavorful sauce.
Baked Salteñas with Spiced Beef and Potato Filling
Traditional Bolivian baked empanadas filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, potatoes, and Bolivian spices, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Pan-Fried Silpancho with Tomato and Potato Base
A hearty Bolivian dish featuring thinly pounded beef topped with a fresh tomato and onion salad served on a crispy fried potato base.
Achiote-Marinated Grilled Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in achiote and spices, served alongside a bright, herby chimichurri sauce for a flavorful Bolivian-inspired dish.
Slow-Cooked Beef Salteñas with Spiced Potato Filling
Traditional Bolivian salteñas featuring a slow-cooked beef and spiced potato filling wrapped in a flaky pastry, perfect for an indulgent snack.
Roasted Garlic and Jalapeño Chimichurri with Grilled Flank Steak
A zesty chimichurri sauce with roasted garlic and fresh jalapeño complements smoky grilled flank steak, creating a bold Latin American-inspired main course.
Simple Mango and Avocado Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
A refreshing and colorful salad combining ripe mango, creamy avocado, and crisp greens dressed in a tangy lime vinaigrette.
Sweet Honey-Glazed Plantain Empanadas
Golden fried empanadas filled with mashed ripe plantains and a touch of honey, creating a sweet and savory Latin American treat perfect for snacks or dessert.
Pan-Fried Plantains with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar
Sweet ripe plantains pan-fried until golden and caramelized, dusted with cinnamon and brown sugar for a simple Guatemalan-inspired treat.
Citrus-Glazed Grilled Chicken with Spiced Corn Salad
Juicy grilled chicken breasts glazed with a tangy citrus sauce, paired with a vibrant spiced corn salad bursting with fresh herbs and chili.
Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains
Juicy pork tenderloin glazed with a bright citrus-honey sauce, roasted alongside sweet plantains for a balanced and flavorful meal.
Pan-Seared Plantain Cakes with Spicy Avocado Cream
Golden pan-seared plantain cakes paired with a smooth avocado cream with a hint of heat, combining indigenous and tropical influences.
Pan-Seared Arepa Cakes with Black Bean and Avocado Salad
Golden pan-seared arepas served with a fresh black bean and avocado salad, a simple homage to Colombian street food from Santa Marta.
Slow-Braised Beef with Achiote and Coconut Rice
Tender beef slow-braised in achiote and aromatic spices paired with creamy coconut rice, reflecting the fusion flavors of Colombian Caribbean cuisine.
About latin american cooking
What defines Latin American cooking?
Latin American cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 1,416 Latin American recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Latin American pantry staples?
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Are there vegetarian Latin American options?
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