With its Spanish influence, Salvadoran food is a melting pot of flavor and color. Corn, beans, tomatoes, chilis, and squash are abundant in this county and can usually be found in any Salvadoran home.
Quesadilla Salcadoreña is a type of baked cheesecake that can be found in almost every coffee shop and bakery in the country. Many households also have their own recipe for it, but they all follow the same general idea.
One of the most popular dishes in El Salvador, Pupusas. While Pupusas are a staple in many other Latin American countries, no one can argue where they originally came from!
Also commonly called “Refresco de Ensalada” or fresh fruit salad drink, this juice is made from a combination of tropical fruits, lemon juice, water, and sugar. It’s intended to be super refreshing and cheap to make.
This is a popular dish shared by a couple of Latin American countries. In El Salvador, it’s served as a main dish and arguably one of the most popular options to choose from in restaurants and at street vendors, especially among tourists!
Salpicon de Res is a healthy plate commonly referred to as a roast beef salad. It is made with a shredded blade roast and a variety of shredded vegetables usually served with a citrus-oil dressing.
Speaking of sweet dishes, here is another extremely popular and somewhat famous treat you have to try. It’s called Nuegados de Yucca, and what it is are small pops of fried yuca (cassava balls) drizzled with some honey or a sweet seasoned syrup.