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Latin America

With fantastic flavors and familiar ingredients incredible Latin American food can be made in your own home.  You can make easy weeknight food that the whole family will love, including kids, with these easy tips!

In the United States, the most commonly associated food with Latin America is Mexican food.  Although many of the countries share similar ingredients and flavors, there is a whole world of flavor beyond tortillas, tacos, and burritos!

Check out my resources for adding this cuisine to your family’s meal plan, including A Kids Guide to Latin American Food and Kids Picture Books About Latin American Food for more tips and tricks.

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Kid Friendly Latin American Food Recipes:

Try these easy weeknight recipes to explore Latin American flavors at home! Some of our family favorites are Gallo Pinto Breakfast Bowls, Mexican Street Corn, and Arepas con Queso.

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Cuban Mango Milkshake (Batido)

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Easy Homemade Guacamole

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Homemade Peach Paletas

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Tostones

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Brazilian Cheese Bread

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A Kids Guide to Latin American Food

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Kids Books about Latin American Food

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Easy Mexican Street Corn

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Brazilian Limeade

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Fried Plantains

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Cilantro Lime Slaw

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Chocolate Très Leches Cake

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Mint & Watermelon Agua Fresca

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Charro Beans

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Rice Cooker Cilantro Lime Rice

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Instant Pot Spanish Rice

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Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas

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Tilapia Fish Tacos

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Avocado Crema

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Arepas con Queso

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Sourdough Tortillas

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Sheet Pan Quesadillas

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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

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Easy Pineapple Salsa

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