Latin American Snacks You Need To Try

Latin America is a place filled with an abundance of culture and traditions. There are many things to learn about the people of Latin America. Many people opt to go to the countries in Latin America and experience it firsthand. This means going out and meeting people, and learning about their day-to-day life.

If you are unable to go to Latin America, then there is another, more accessible way of learning about the culture. It is often said that one way you can learn more about a culture is by eating and learning about its food. There might not be a better way to learn and indulge at the same time.

Latin America has a lot of snacks. The variety is unimaginable. From sweet to salty, there are many snacks that you can buy and try that will tell you a lot about Latin America. Here, we’ll show you some of those snacks that you might want to try for yourself.

1. Yuca Chips

Yuca is a vegetable often found in Ecuador. It is a vegetable that can be used in almost any Ecuadorian dish you can think of. This versatile vegetable has endless possibilities of use, which is why it is adored by Ecuadorians and Latin Americans, in general. Yuca is an important source of food for many people living in Ecuador. One of the many ways Latin Americans love consuming yuca is through yuca chips. The yuca is cut and sliced into thin circular pieces, where they are put into fryers. Once the yuca is done frying, it has a similar appearance to regular potato chips. It is easy to make and amazingly tasty. It is no wonder that yuca chips can be found anywhere in Ecuador.

2. Dulce de Leche

Latin America has many flavorful sweets. Although they might not be known for their sweets, Latin America does produce something that you might be familiar with. The familiar dulce de leche is made and consumed in Ecuador. Made locally by Ecuadorians, dulce de leche is very similar to yuca. It is versatile in the sense that it can be paired with many things. It offers itself a wide range of combinations that will leave you in awe.

Dulce de leche can be used in pancakes, waffles, or french toast. It can even be paired with crepes. One of the most common places you will find dulce de leche used is in ice cream shops. The sweet and sweet combination is loved by the locals. Dulce de leche ice cream is a dessert that is widely consumed in Ecuador.

3. Plantain Chips

Plantains are commonly grown in Ecuador. Latin Americans grow up their whole life familiar with plantains, as it is used in many of the dishes they eat. But, there is one way that Latin Americans consume plantains that you might end up loving. 

These plantains are sliced into a potato chip-like shape and placed into a fryer. Once the plantain slices are done frying, they are tossed onto a plate and accompanied by a sprinkle of salt. Plantain chips are loved by many in Latin America. It can be found almost anywhere. A quick and delicious way of eating plantains.