Ceviche is a popular dish in Ecuador made from fresh seafood, such as shrimp or fish, marinated in lime or bitter orange juice with onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. ¹⁾

Llapingachos are traditional Ecuadorian potato pancakes made from mashed potatoes mixed with cheese and onions. They are often served with peanut sauce and a fried egg. ²⁾

Seco de Chivo is a traditional Ecuadorian stew made with goat meat cooked in a sauce made from beer, naranjilla fruit, and various spices. ³⁾

Cuy, or guinea pig, is a traditional delicacy in Ecuador. It is often roasted whole and served as a special dish during celebrations. ⁴⁾

Hornado is a popular Ecuadorian dish made from roasted pork, often served with llapingachos and mote (hominy corn). ⁵⁾

Encebollado is a hearty Ecuadorian fish soup made with albacore tuna, onions, yuca, tomatoes, and cilantro, often garnished with avocado and served with plantain chips. ⁶⁾

Bolón is a traditional Ecuadorian snack made from mashed green plantains mixed with cheese or chicharrón (fried pork skin). ⁷⁾

Fanesca is a traditional Ecuadorian soup served during Easter. It is made with 12 different grains, beans, pumpkin, and salted codfish. ⁸⁾

Mote Pillo is a popular breakfast dish made with hominy corn (mote) cooked with scrambled eggs and onions. ⁹⁾

Choclo con Queso is a simple but delicious Ecuadorian street food snack made with boiled corn on the cob served with fresh cheese. ¹⁰⁾

Encocado is a dish made with fish or shrimp cooked in a coconut milk sauce with onions, peppers, and spices. ¹¹⁾

Morocho is a traditional Ecuadorian drink made from ground corn, milk, cinnamon, and panela (unrefined cane sugar). ¹²⁾

Espumilla is a sweet, fluffy meringue-like dessert made from fruit pulp, sugar, and egg whites. It is often enjoyed in ice cream cones. ¹³⁾

Chifle is a popular Ecuadorian snack made from thinly sliced and fried green plantains, similar to plantain chips. ¹⁴⁾

Chicha is a fermented drink made from maize (corn) or other fruits, often served during festivals and celebrations. ¹⁵⁾