Salsa Lizano is a Costa Rican sauce originating from 1920, consisting of sugar, water, salt, mustard, vegetables, turmeric, and pepper. It is characterized by its smooth texture and light brown color. The sauce is a staple at almost every Costa Rican table, and it is mostly used as an accompaniment to Costa Rican rice and beans, also known as gallo pinto, although it can be used on anything from tamales to eggs for an extra kick of flavor.
Gallo pinto, sometimes referred to only as pinto, is the traditional national dish of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Although many variations of the dish exist, at ... Read more
Picadillo de papa is a savory Costa Rican dish consisting of picadillo potatoes, chopped bell peppers, onions, and ground beef. The dish is traditionally served with tortillas ... Read more