Bandeja paisa

## Bandeja Paisa: A Tasty Colombian Tradition

Bandeja paisa is a hearty and vibrant traditional dish from Colombia, often considered the national plate of the country. It’s a delicious blend of flavors and textures, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Colombia’s coffee region (Cundiboyacense). This classic meal typically consists of:

• Ground beef
• Rice
• Beans
• Avocado
• Plantain (maduro)
• Egg
• Beef fat or bacon bits
• Chivito cheese (or another strong cheese)
• Salsa (a tangy tomato sauce often mixed with chili peppers and onions)

Cooking Bandeja Paisa: A Step-by-Step Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500g ground beef
• 2 cups white rice
• 1 can (400g) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 2 large plantains (maduro), fried until golden brown
• 4 eggs
• 2 tbsp beef fat or bacon bits
• 100g Chivito cheese or similar, sliced
• Salsa to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the rice: Cook the white rice according to package instructions until al dente. Drain any excess water.

2. Sauté the beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Add beans and fat: Stir in the black beans and bacon bits or beef fat, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

4. Assemble the bandeja: Divide the cooked rice into individual plates. Top each plate with a portion of the beef mixture, beans, sliced avocado, fried plantain, and egg (fried or poached).

5. Add cheese and salsa: Sprinkle cheese over the top of each bandeja paisa. Drizzle with salsa to taste.

6. Serve immediately: Enjoy your delicious Bandeja Paisa while hot!

Tips:

• For a spicier dish, add more chili peppers to the salsa.
• Experiment with different types of cheese for variation in flavor.
• Some variations include adding chicken or pork in addition to beef.
• Traditionally, bandeja paisa is served with a side of cold beer for a refreshing contrast to its rich flavors.
  
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