From tamales to tacos, food on a stick to ceviches, and empanadas
to desserts, Sandra A. Gutierrez's
Latin American Street
Food takes cooks on a tasting tour of the most popular and
delicious culinary finds of twenty Latin American countries,
including Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and Brazil, translating them into 150
easy recipes for the home kitchen. These exciting, delectable, and
accessible foods are sure to satisfy everyone.
Sharing fascinating culinary history, fun personal stories, and
how-to tips, Gutierrez showcases some of the most recognized and
irresistible street foods, such as Mexican Tacos al Pastor,
Guatemalan Christmas Tamales, Salvadorian Pupusas, and Cuban
Sandwiches. She also presents succulent and unexpected dishes sure
to become favorites, such as Costa Rican Tacos Ticos, Brazilian
Avocado Ice Cream, and Peruvian Fried Ceviche. Beautifully
illustrated, the book includes a list of sources for
ingredients.