Top 20 Healthy Argentinian Dishes

top 20 healthy argentinian dishes

Argentina is a country in South America that is the largest Spanish-speaking nation in the world. It is a culturally diverse region and a perfect blend of Latin-American and South European customs and traditions. It has a very diverse geography, with mountains, seas, deserts, and glaciers. Argentina also has a vibrant cuisine with several exciting delicacies. Here is a list of the best Argentinian dishes that shouldn’t be missed at any cost.

1. Carbonada Criolla

Carbonada Criolla is a traditional Argentinian Beef stew. It is made from a different variety of ingredients. Sweet and white potatoes, dry fruits, tomatoes, onions, and beef are used to prepare this unique dish. It tastes lovely and is served with cornbread and green salad.

1. Carbonada Criolla

2. Milanesa

Milanesa is a famous Argentinian fried breaded beef. It is a straightforward recipe wherein steak is dipped in a mixture of eggs and parsley and then rolled over breadcrumbs. It is then fried till it achieves golden-brown color. It is served with fries and salad.

2. Milanesa 1

3. Asado

Asado is a trendy grilled meat dish in Argentina, and it is called “Argentina’s version of barbecue.” This dish is prepared with beef that is grilled. It is served with salsa criolla, which is made with veggies, vinegar, red wine, and oil. It is a delicious meal.

3. Asado

4. Fugazza

Fugazza is a famous Argentinian-style pizza. It lacks tomato-based sauce and is usually completed with sweet onions and mozzarella cheese. It can be topped with other ingredients too. It is a simple and delicious dish that be prepared at home.

4. Fugazza

5. Pionono

Pionono is a delicious Argentinian roll cake. It is a sponge cake that has been rolled up around a filling.  Piononos can have sweet or savory fillings. The cake is made with all-purpose flour. Caramel and chocolate are added to give it a rich sweet taste.

5. Pionono

6. Puchero

Puchero is a meat and vegetable stew or soup famous in Argentina. It is prepared with beef, chicken, veggies, and sauces. Every ingredient is cooked firmly and served hot.

6. Puchero

7. Choripán

Choripan is Argentinian sandwiches that are very popular as street foods. This sandwich is made on grilled baguettes. It is a simple dish with spicy sausage links, tomatoes, and brilliant homemade chimichurri sauce. It is an easy-to-make recipe.

7. Choripan

8. Tortillas

Tortillas are a popular Argentinian food. They are prepared from potatoes, onions, and eggs. Onions and potatoes are cooked in oil and then added to beaten eggs. The mixture is cooked in a pan until fully cooked. It is served hot.

8. Tortillas

9. Matambre Arrollado

Matambre Arrollado is a famous Argentinian stuffed rolled rose meat. It is prepared with beef. The preparation of matambre is rolled with vegetables, eggs, and herbs. Red peppers, carrots, and hard-boiled eggs are also added. The roll is cut into small pieces and served.

9. Matambre Arrollado

10. Pastelitos Criollos

Pastelitos Criollos are crispy star-shaped pastry Argentinian pastry. It is filled with delicious fruit jam. This has got a unique star shape to it, which is difficult to make. It has a marvelous taste and texture and is quite popular in Argentina.

10. Pastelitos Criollos

11. Medialuna

Medialuna is a delicious Argentinian croissant-style pastries. They are smaller and sweeter compared to regular croissants. They are a trendy Argentinian dish and can be found at almost every bakery. It is eaten with coffee or tea.

11. Medialuna

12. Rogel

Rogel is a traditional Argentinian recipe for cake with meringue. It is made of 12 layers of thin flakey crust. It is filled with dulce de leche which is the caramelized milk. The tip of the cake is covered with Swiss meringue frosting. It is a delicious treat.

12. Rogel

13. Flan Mixto

Flan mixto is a classic dish of Argentinian cuisine and is also known as flan casero mixto. It is a flan served with dulce de leche and whipped cream. It is made from eggs, whole milk, vanilla pod, and sugar. It is a delicious dessert.

13. Flan Mixto

14. Tamales

Tamales are a trendy Argentinian dish. It is steamed corn dough wrapped in banana leaves or corn husks. The filling can be varied, and meat, cheese, or veggies can also be added. It is a unique and delicious recipe.

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15. Lomito

Lomito is a trendy  street sandwich dish. It is made from thin slices of beef, tomatoes, onion, and cheese. It is made in a burger bun. It also has delicious chimichurri sauce. It is an easy-to-make recipe.

15. Lomito

16. Locro

Locro is the traditional squash stew of Argentina. It is prepared with corn, meat, semolina, soybeans, and veggies. Spices are added to enhance the taste. It is served hot.

16. Locro

17. Mate

Mate is the traditional tea and a trendy beverage in Argentina. It is made of a herb called yerba mate. It has a bitter and unsavory taste, but Argentinians adore it.

17. Mate

18. Garrapiñadas

Garrapiñadas are caramelized nuts and an essential Argentinian dish. It is made from basic ingredients of peanuts and sugar, though its preparation is quite tricky. It is a mouth-watering dish.

18. Garrapinadas

19. Dulce De Leche

Dulce de leche is a sweet caramelized milk. This is made by heating sweetened milk. It is a rich and creamy confection. It is used in many other dishes like cakes and pastries. It can be made at home too.

19. Dulce De Leche

20. Chipá

Chipá is a popular cheese bread ball in Argentina. It is made with cassava flour. Baking powder, butter, cheese, eggs, and milk are used. The dough is made and then baked. It is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe.

20. Chipa