Central American Cuisine Recipes

The small, diverse countries in Central America that link Mexico to South America abound with rich influences from both land and sea. Mayan culture infuses this diverse Central American cuisine with beans, squash, tomatoes, and, especially, corn.

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Red Snapper Ceviche

From Food & Wine

Chef Allen Susser prefers to use firm white-fleshed fish like red snapper and grouper, as well as conch and rock shrimp, for ceviches, because they keep their shape well. "Dice the fish into uniform pieces, so they cook evenly in the citrus juice," he advises.

Red Snapper Ceviche

Wendell T. Webber
Cuban Pork

From Better Homes and Gardens

Shredded tender pork and onions made in the slow cooker stuff these tortilla wraps. Top with fresh pico de gallo and avocado dip.

Cuban Pork

Shrimp and Chicken Papusas

From Better Homes and Gardens

These cornmeal-crusted turnovers, filled with chicken, shrimp, and jicama, are a Central American version of empanadillas, or little pies.

Shrimp and Chicken Papusas

Breakfast Empanadas with Chipotle Cream

From Philadelphia Cream Cheese

Breakfast Empanadas with Chipotle Cream

Fast & Fantastic Black Bean Soup

From VELVEETA®

Fast & Fantastic Black Bean Soup

Picadillo Dip

From Better Homes and Gardens

Picadillo Dip

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