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Bandeja paisa

Bandeja Paisa (Colombian platter)
ban-DEH-hah PIE-sah

What does it mean?

Bandeja paisa is Colombia's most famous dish — a massive platter from the Antioquia region containing rice, red beans, ground meat, chicharrón, fried egg, plantain, avocado, and arepa. It's a point of national pride and a must-try experience.

How to use it

Order it by name in any Colombian restaurant. Saying "quiero una bandeja paisa" immediately shows cultural knowledge.

Example sentences

I want a bandeja paisa.

Quiero una bandeja paisa.

The bandeja paisa here is incredible.

La bandeja paisa aquí está muy buena.

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