This Mexican food is made from corn dough and filled with meat or cheese, then steamed in a husk.
Tamales
Empanadas are especially popular in which South American country known for tango?
Argentina
What fruit is used to make guacamole?
Avocado
What holiday are tamales often eaten during in Mexico?
Dia de los muertos
What is the Spanish word for “corn”?
Maiz
This Peruvian dish is made with raw fish “cooked” in lime juice.
Ceviche
Pupusas come from this small Central American country.
El Salvador
What main seafood is in ceviche?
Fish or shrimp
What kind of event is often celebrated with asado in Argentina?
National holidays, independence day.
What Latin American country has more than 3,000 types of potatoes?
Perú
These flat, round corn cakes are a staple in Colombia and Venezuela.
Arepas
Gallo pinto is a traditional breakfast in this Central American country.
Costa Rica
What is the filling of most chilean empanadas?
Ground beef
Which dish is commonly eaten during Lent in many Latin American countries?
Fish dishes or sea food
What dish’s name means “painted rooster” but has no chicken in it?
Gallo Pinto
A layered Chilean dish made with ground beef, corn, and a sweet topping.
Pastel de choclo
Mofongo, made with mashed plantains, comes from which island territory?
Puerto Rico
What is the main spice in the Spanish "Paella"?
When are hamburgers eaten in the USA?
Independence day.
Which Latin American drink is made from purple corn and is popular in Peru?
Chicha Morada
A slow-cooked Cuban dish made of shredded beef, named after “old clothes.”
Ropa vieja
Baleadas are popular in this country with coastal Caribbean culture.
Honduras
Which Mexican dish includes a chocolate-based sauce over meat?
Mole
This is Mexican drink which is made with rice.
True or False: Plantains must be eaten raw.