The “as” is a recent addition to the wide variety of sandwiches in Chilean cuisine and has inherited all the combinations from its older sibling, the Italian hot dog.
Sierra is a flavorful fish, ideal for preparing as ceviche, stew, or baked fillets, as in this case. It is a highly regarded source of protein throughout Chile.
A magnificent favorite dessert of preserved peaches, often bought ready-made, but incredibly easy to prepare with seasonal fruits and available all year round.
Papaya jam is a delicious option to enjoy this tropical fruit throughout the year. It’s easy to make at home and can be used as a spread on toast, crackers, or to accompany cheeses.
Chilean papaya candies, or homemade papaya gummies, are a delicious and very easy-to-make dessert typical of northern Chile, particularly La Serena, known for their exquisite sweetness.
The Chilean Potito Sandwich, popularly known as “sánguche’e potito” (backside sandwich) is a classic urban food found in stadiums across the country, mainly in the metropolitan region.
Chilean albacore, also known as white tuna, takes center stage in this traditional, simple, and delicious recipe. Here, you can savor all its unique characteristics in a dish that, despite not being as popular as one might expect, showcases the exceptional qualities of this fish.
Chilean “calzones rotos” are a recipe inherited from our grandmothers, a sweet, fried and fluffy dough worthy of preparing in any season, although they are particularly enjoyed in winter, with a coffee or a good mate.
Ceviche is a dish that is part of the culinary culture of various countries with a coast along the Pacific Ocean, adapted to the local culture and ingredients, with the common denominator that the fish is marinated in citrus fruit juice.
Chilean Paila Marina is a delicious traditional dish, known for its hearty broth, and can be prepared with any seafood available according to the season.
The Chilean buttered reineta recipe is a delicious and quick preparation ideal for sharing with family without much hassle, and it’s perfect for any season—simple and delightful.
Chilean stuffed potatoes are often one of the favorite dishes among children. They are a kind of thick empanada made of soft, delicious, and hearty mashed potatoes, typically filled with meat or cheese, and can be prepared either fried or baked.
Fanshop is a very simple Chilean cocktail made with light and smooth lager beer (such as Cristal, Escudo, Heineken, or Stella Artois) and orange-flavored carbonated soda, traditionally Fanta, hence its name. It’s ideal for enjoying ice cold on hot days.
A gastronomic delight crafted with some of the country’s most traditional ingredients, salmon, merkén, and Cahuil salt. If using salmon with skin, it is recommended to cook it first on the skin side.
A popular oregano bread recipe that used to be found on the back of some white flour packages, quick, delicious, and very versatile, perfect to pair with whatever you like.
They represent a manifestation of culture, history, and the identity of a country that has skillfully blended local traditions with foreign influences to create something truly unique.
Juan José Orueta, founder of the artisanal ice cream shop “La Obra” in Curicó, has been recognized as the best ice cream maker in Latin America in the prestigious Gelato Festival World Ranking 2024.
CES Roofing, a licensed commercial roofing contractor serving Florida, has been named the 2025 Best of the Best Television National Award winner for commercial roofing.
It grows in perfect conditions in Chile, has a long shelf life after harvesting, and is sweet as honey. With these characteristics, ‘Purple Honey’ has already begun to make its mark on the world and become a winner.
The “Taste Atlas Awards” ranking positioned the top 100 cuisines worldwide, highlighting Italy, Japan, and Greece in the first places.
To showcase Chile’s exportable offerings related to seafood in Hong Kong, ProChile’s economic department in that area organized a press lunch led by chef Carolina Bazán, better known as “China Bazán.”
Quinoa stew is a traditional dish from the Andean peoples and comes in various versions across different countries. This highly nutritious cereal is combined with a variety of vegetables and spices, creating a wholesome and delicious meal.
Traditional from the Juan Fernández archipelago, Chilean lobster perol is a typical preparation of the people who work at sea, as it literally originated on fishing boats.
Potatoes with mote ((cooked and peeled grains of wheat or corn) is a traditional recipe from Mapuche gastronomy, delicious, and very easy to prepare. It’s a warm and nutritious stew, perfect for winter.
An excellent recipe for Chilean mussels (choritos) cream made with simple and straightforward ingredients. It’s quick to prepare but full of flavor.
The miner’s carraca, or carraca minera, is a traditional dish from the Andacollo commune in Chile. It was typically prepared by miners when they didn’t bring a meal or weren’t provided with food at the mine.
Conger chowder or Broth of conger (Caldillo de Confrio in Spanish) is a typical Chilean dish, recognized from north to south, perfect for warming up on a cold day.
Chilote black garlic is naturally ripened garlic, without the use of preservatives, and various preparation methods can be applied.
Alcayota jam, or sweet made from alcayota, is one of Chile’s most traditional preparations using this fruit, a member of the squash family, commonly processed for these types of confectionery.
Papaya jam is a delicious option to enjoy this tropical fruit throughout the year. It’s easy to make at home and can be used as a spread on toast, crackers, or to accompany cheeses.
Chicken liver pâté is a traditional Chilean preparation known for its intense flavor and creamy texture. Its artisanal elaboration highlights natural ingredients and culinary techniques that guarantee a tasty and nutritious product.
Melon honey is a sweet and delicious sauce commonly used as a condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, or as a dressing for desserts.
A delicious and natural homemade butter recipe made only with high-fat cream (+35%) and a bit of salt to add stability and extend its shelf life.
Choros, choritos, or mussels in english are one of the tastiest and most abundant seafood found along the Chilean coast, and this recipe for rice with choritos is a delicious and relatively simple way to prepare and enjoy them.
Chilean seafood stew is an easy-to-prepare dish packed with flavor and textures. It combines the best of sea and land ingredients to create a meal bursting with the distinctive tastes of Chilean cuisine.
A delicious recipe for Chilean conger eel and seafood in white sauce or Margarita sauce, ideal for sharing an entertaining and flavorful dish to enjoy on any occasion.
Cancato de salmón is a traditional dish from the south of Chile that perfectly combines one of the world’s finest salmons with high-quality sausages, typically longanizas from Chillán.
Chupe de Camarones is undoubtedly a popular recipe in many countries, but a special feature of the Chilean version is the use of soaked bread, which provides an additional creaminess and texture that makes it unmistakable.
Pickled rabbit, or conejo escabechado, is a traditional Chilean recipe, delicious and aromatic. In addition to being a healthy dish low in fat and calories, it can be enjoyed either hot or cold depending on the chosen accompaniments.
Fanshop is a very simple Chilean cocktail made with light and smooth lager beer (such as Cristal, Escudo, Heineken, or Stella Artois) and orange-flavored carbonated soda, traditionally Fanta, hence its name. It’s ideal for enjoying ice cold on hot days.
A delicious and innovative recipe for red wine ice cream, very simple to make, where you can use the grape variety of your choice in any available format.
“Colegial” or sweet bread pudding is a classic dessert in Chilean gastronomy—rich, economical, and easy to prepare, perfect for enjoying with the whole family.
Chonchinas are sweet Chilean rolls shaped like doughnuts, and their origin is often a well-kept secret from the Big Island of Chiloé. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are closely associated, much like the golden liqueur, with the city of Chonchi.
Chocolate and red wine prove to be an unbeatable combination in this recipe for truffles—elegant and delicious, perfect for enjoying on various occasions.
Chilean “calzones rotos” are a recipe inherited from our grandmothers, a sweet, fried and fluffy dough worthy of preparing in any season, although they are particularly enjoyed in winter, with a coffee or a good mate.
Dobladitas are a traditional Chilean bread that shares the same dough as empanadas but is folded into four parts, baked directly, and often served with cheese.
A classic and traditional recipe for pumpkinless sopaipillas, as they are made in southern Chile, usually using a bit of the bread dough mixture, a preparation that is pure nostalgia from the kitchens of yesteryear.
Chilean Egg Bread, or simply Chilean Sweet Bread, used to be a very typical preparation during the summers of yesteryears, enjoyed during beach outings throughout the country.
Milcao is a type of potatoes bread originated from the southern region of Chile, a hybrid of Chilean and Mapuche cuisine prepared with equal parts of raw and boiled potatoes, pork lard, and chicharrones.
Sopaipillas with pumpkin are a classic Chilean fried bread consumed all year round, mainly in the central region of the country. They are very versatile and popular.
Chapaleles are one of the most popular side dishes in the cuisine of southern Chile, from the Chiloé archipelago, typically prepared as part of another major local dish, the curanto en hoyo (a traditional pit-cooked meal).
The traditional version of the Pink Panther is hand-whipped in the same glass in which it is served and was known as the “Ferroviario” in the 1950s in southern Chile.
Vaina is a traditional cocktail in Chile, very popular and so ancient that its origins are not clearly defined, with a history that has multiple variations.
A magnificent recipe for Chilean sea urchin punch, an appetizer “from the depths” also with white wine and Chilean pisco, which surprises with a presentation that will leave no one indifferent.
Chupilca is a colonial beverage that consists of mixing red wine with toasted flour. Its name may derive from the “cupilca” or “kupilca” from the Mapuche culture, which is a traditional mixture of toasted flour with apple chicha.
Malted egg is a typical winter cocktail in Chile. It is easy to prepare and incredibly delicious combination of low-alcohol dark beer, beaten or mixed with eggs, and sweetened with sugar, a timeless Chilean classic.
Delicious and refreshing, Chilean peach clery is a very easy-to-make white wine cocktail, an ideal fruit punch for the summer season, made with fresh seasonal fruit.
An incredible recipe on how to prepare delicious Chilean smoked salmon, a classic from the southern Chilean cuisine that you can now make right at home.
Locos con Mayonesa (Chilean Abalones with Mayonnaise)or simply “Locos con Mayo” are undoubtedly one of the favorite seafood appetizers of Chileans. They are as simple in presentation as they are exclusive in availability.
Fried potatoes are probably the most international of all culinary preparations—a perfect combination of a product and a South American…
Delicious and healthy recipe for jack mackerel croquettes or pan-fried jack mackerel from a can with flour, vegetables, breadcrumbs, and egg that will be an excellent alternative for a family lunch.
Grilled meat anticuchos are an essential appetizer at almost any barbecue in Chile. They are perfect for sharing, whetting the appetite, or even concluding a day of work, accompanied by a good beer or a glass of Chilean wine.
Beef trotter jelly is an old preparation introduced to Chile during colonial times and mostly popularized since the mid-19th century, primarily made in the summer.
