The origins of Chile’s porotos granados reach back into pre-Hispanic times. The basic ingredients — pumpkin, beans, corn and tomatoes — are all indigenous to the New World.
Tag: Vegetarian
Porotos Granados
Paneer
(Indian, Pakistani fresh cheese)
Paneer is a fresh, unsalted cheese that is a primary source of protein for many India's millions of vegetarians. It is most often cut into cubes and fried or stirred into curries.
Asopao de Gandules
(Puerto Rican rice and pigeon pea stew)
Asopao is a Puerto Rican word for a stew thickened with rice, and asopaos of many kinds are very popular in Puerto Rican cuisine. Asopao de gandules is a nice vegetarian option.
Pakora
(Indian, Pakistani vegetable fritters)
Pakoras, savory fritters, are a very popular chaat (snack or appetizer) in Pakistan and northern India. The chickpea batter gives them a unique flavor.
Aloo Gobi
(Indian potato and cauliflower curry)
Aloo gobi is a popular North Indian vegetarian dish often accompanied by naan, roti or paratha to make a full vegetarian meal. Some people serve it in soft buns as a satisfying sandwich.
Aginares à la Polita
(Greek artichoke hearts and potatoes with dill)
Aginares à la polita means "artichokes city-style." The city in this case is Constantinople, now Istanbul. This wonderful dish is a harbinger of spring and makes good use of artichokes.
Adas Salatası
(Turkish lentil salad)
Adas salatasi is a simple lentil salad from Turkey that is seasoned with a lemon vinaigrette and garnished with tomatoes, eggs, olives and cheese.
Bolani
(Afghan stuffed flatbread)
Bolani (بولانی) — also known as perakai or poraki — is a simple yet delicious stuffed flatbread from Afghanistan.