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North America is home to some of the most beautiful, awe-inspiring landscapes and cities. Travelling through the countries of North America it is impossible to not bask in the culture and food course the food!

North American food is some of the most delicious, unique, interesting and tasty in the world. But there are also some very weird and unusual recipes to try from North America too!

Mexican Sopa Azteca Recipe

Sopa Azteca is a Mexican soup made of tortillas soaked in a spiced tomato-based broth. This dish is traditionally prepared by simmering corn tortillas in broth until they softened, and is flavored with chili peppers and other local herbs and spices. Sopa Azteca is commonly served during celebratory occasions, family gatherings, and also as a …

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Pastelitos Salvadoreños Recipe

Pastelitos Salvadoreños is a traditional Salvadoran dish which is a savory pastry filled with meat, vegetables, and spices. The pastry dough is made from a combination of masa harina (corn flour), wheat flour and sometimes rice flour, which gives it a slightly sweet taste and a delicate texture. The most common filling for Pastelitos Salvadoreños …

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What Is A Tequila Worm? Can I Eat It?

Tequila worm, also known as gusano, is a type of worm that is sometimes added to bottles of certain types of mezcal and tequila as a marketing gimmick or traditional practice in some regions of Mexico.  The worm is typically the larva of the Hypopta agavis moth, which can infest the agave plant from which …

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Mexican Chapulines (Deep Fried Grasshoppers) Recipe

Chapulines are a Mexican snack of deep-fried grasshoppers, made by deep-frying grasshoppers in oil until they are crispy and crunchy. The dish is typically seasoned with spices such as chili powder, garlic, and salt, which give the grasshoppers a savory and spicy flavor.  Grasshoppers are a common food in many cultures around the world, and …

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Haitian Spaghetti (Spageti) Recipe

Haitian spaghetti, also known as spageti, is a popular Haitian dish which typically includes spaghetti noodles, onions, peppers and a tomato-based sauce. The sauce is seasoned with a variety of spices, and is often served with fried plantains or bread on the side. The dish is a fusion of Italian and Haitian flavors and has …

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Costa Rican Chorreadas Recipe

Chorreadas is a type of pancake from Costa Rica made of ground corn or corn flour, milk and eggs. This dish is often served with sweet or savory toppings. Chorreadas’ few simple ingredients make it an ideal breakfast or snack between meals.  Traditional Chorreadas recipes call for only three ingredients and are best made with …

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Honduran Sopa de Caracol (Snail Soup) Recipe

Sopa de caracol, also known as conch soup, is a popular Honduran dish prepared using conch meat (sea snails), conch’s broth and coconut milk. Spices, such as chili peppers, ginger, garlic, cilantro and cumin are also added. Other ingredients include green bananas, diced tomatoes, carrots, yuca (cassava) and onions to provide the dish with additional …

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Dominica Food: 7 Must-Try Traditional Dishes of Dominica

Dominica is an island country located in the Caribbean. The country is surrounded by what are essentially two territories of France: Guadeloupe and Martinique. Dominica is popular for its rainforest, beaches, mountains and waterfalls. The population of the country consists largely of people of African descent, along with some Caribs, Europeans and people from India. …

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Fried Brain Sandwich Recipe

A fried brain sandwich consists of fried sliced calves’ brains on sliced white bread, originating in the USA. They were once widely consumed in Indiana and the Ohio River valley but are now slightly less common, with just a few restaurants still selling the delicacy. In Indiana, fried brain sandwiches are typically accompanied by fried …

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Mexican Tacos de Pescado (Fish Tacos) Recipe

Tacos de Pescado, also known as fish tacos, are a popular dish in Mexico, particularly in coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant. The dish consists of a crispy fried fish filet wrapped in a soft corn tortilla and topped with various fresh toppings and sauces. Origin & Cultural Significance Tacos de Pescado originated in …

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