🇨🇷 Traditional dishes from Costa Rica

3 dishes people actually cook in Costa Rica — what they are, how long they take, and what you need to buy. The full step-by-step method is in the Copper app.

Casado

45 min · medium · 10 ingredients

A colorful and hearty Costa Rican plate!

white rice
black beans
chicken breast
sweet plantains
avocado
cabbage
salsa Lizano
olive oil
salt
black pepper

Gallo pinto

30 min · easy · 8 ingredients

A vibrant and flavorful Costa Rican rice and beans dish.

cooked rice
black beans
onion
red bell pepper
cilantro
olive oil
salt
black pepper

Olla de carne

120 min · medium · 11 ingredients

A hearty beef stew packed with fresh vegetables.

beef chuck
carrots
potatoes
green beans
corn
onion
garlic
beef broth
cilantro
salt
black pepper

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