7 Worst Rated Colombian Breakfasts

This traditional Colombian soup is typically served for breakfast. It consists of boiled water and milk, green onions, coriander, parsley, and an egg that is cracked into the liquid as it cooks. This soup is usually served with arepas or stale bread on the side, because in the past, it was used as a way to make stale bread edible. Changua is especially beloved in the colder, mountainous parts of Colombia as it is traditionally consumed for breakfast to help the inhabitants warm up and start the day off with a hearty and nourishing meal. Nowadays, it is a popular dish throughout the country, especially on holidays and weekends, after a rough night out, because changua is said to be a great hangover cure.Expand

Bollo is a traditional bun that can be made with corn, yuca, or potatoes. The bun is also very popular in Panama in Spain. Typically, it is served for breakfast, when it is accompanied by cheese on the side. All along the Colombian coast, bollo can be bought from numerous street vendors who are selling it freshly prepared from corn leaves in which the buns were wrapped before cooking, although it can also be easily found in various supermarkets.Expand

Cayeye is a Colombian dish originating from the Caribbean (coastal) parts of the country. Also known as mote de guineo, it is prepared by cooking guineos (small green bananas), which are then mashed and combined with refrito – a concoction made with tomatoes, achiote, garlic, onions, and red bell peppers. Once prepared, cayeye is traditionally served for breakfast with a variety of ingredients: from beef, fish, and seafood to grated cheese, fried eggs, and avocados.Expand

One of the most omnipresent local dishes in the Paisa region of Colombia is the traditional arepa paisa, made from soaked threshed corn that is shaped and grilled until golden brown. This crispy and luscious corn cake can be eaten on its own, served as a side dish, or stuffed with variable fillings such as cheese, meat, or eggs - you can eat it with whatever choice of filling you want. The versatility of the arepa paisa is only matched by the love the locals have for it - a typical breakfast in this region is centered on it (topped with butter, salt, and slices of cheese), and sometimes the dish is part of all meals of the day! And because you can find arepa paisa at every supermarket, street vendor or restaurant, there's always a perfect one available at all times.Expand

Carimañolas are Colombian snacks made with mashed cassava that is filled with chicken, beef, or cheese before being deep-fried. These fritters are traditionally torpedo-shaped and can be served for breakfast or as an appetizer before a bigger meal. The meat filling is usually flavored with onions, bell peppers, garlic, cumin, and tomato paste. It is recommended to serve carimañolas warm with ají sauce on the side.Expand

Caldo de costilla is a beef soup from Colombia, namely its Andean region. The soup is a breakfast dish, made by boiling beef ribs with potato slices, onion, garlic, and cilantro leaves. Popularly nicknamed levantamuertos (lit. death’s awaker), due to the fact it’s an effective aid when dealing with a hangover, caldo de costilla is a perfect comfort food dish that is commonly eaten with a side of either arepas, bread, or rice.Expand

Chocolate completo, also known as chocolate Santafereño is a traditional meal that is usually served for breakfast. In order to prepare it, a cup of hot chocolate is topped with mild cheese that doesn't dissolve under heat, such as costeno or queso fresco. The cheese is added to the hot chocolate just before serving, and the combination is traditionally accompanied by buttered bread and almojábana (corn and yuca roll). The leftovers at the bottom of the cup are often soaked up with chunks of the buttered bread, but don't worry, being messy while enjoying chocolate completo is encouraged in Colombia.Expand