🇳🇮 Traditional dishes from Nicaragua

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

Gallo pinto

30 min · easy · 8 ingredients

Savor the vibrant flavors of this Nicaraguan classic!

black beans
cooked rice
onion
bell pepper
cilantro
vegetable oil
salt
black pepper

Nacatamal

180 min · medium · 12 ingredients

Savor the rich flavors of traditional Nicaraguan nacatamal.

masa harina
pork shoulder
potato
carrot
green bell pepper
onion
garlic
banana leaves
cumin
salt
black pepper
water

Vigoron

30 min · easy · 8 ingredients

Savor the fresh, vibrant flavors of Nicaragua!

cabbage
tomato
onion
lime
pork
salt
black pepper
tortillas

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