Asado is a quintessential Uruguayan barbecue. It typically involves grilling various cuts of beef, sausages, and ribs over a wood or charcoal fire. The art of making asado is a deeply ingrained part of Uruguayan culture. 1)
Chivito is a popular Uruguayan sandwich made with thinly sliced grilled steak, bacon, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. It's often served with French fries. 2)
Milanesa is a breaded and fried meat cutlet, similar to a schnitzel. It can be made with beef, chicken, or veal and is a common comfort food in Uruguay. 3)
Morcilla is a type of blood sausage often served as part of an asado or in sandwiches. It's made with pork blood, onions, and spices. 4)
A parrillada is a mixed grill featuring various meats, sausages, and offal, all cooked on a grill or open flame. 5)
Empanadas are savory pastries filled with a variety of ingredients, such as beef, ham, cheese, or vegetables. They are a popular snack and street food. 6)
Pascualina is a savory pie made with a pastry crust filled with spinach, hard-boiled eggs, and sometimes ham or cheese. 7)
Matambre a la pizza is a dish where a thin cut of beef (matambre) is grilled and topped with tomato sauce, cheese, and herbs. 8)
Uruguayan pizza has a unique style, often featuring a thicker crust and a variety of toppings like ham, olives, and hard-boiled eggs. 9)
Faina is a chickpea flour pancake that is typically served as a side dish with pizza. 10)
Choripán is a popular street food in Uruguay, consisting of a grilled chorizo sausage served in a crusty roll. 11)
Revuelto Gramajo is a scrambled egg dish mixed with ham and French fries, often topped with parsley. 12)
Postre Chaja is a famous Uruguayan dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake, whipped cream, meringue, and peaches. 13)
Arroz con leche is a creamy rice pudding flavored with cinnamon and sometimes lemon zest, enjoyed as a dessert. 14)
Medialunas are sweet, crescent-shaped pastries similar to croissants, often enjoyed with coffee for breakfast or as a snack. 15)