When bananas arrived in El Salvador, they led to the creation of certain dishes that became traditional recipes.
A bit of history
In a broader context, since the 17th century, empanadas made with plantain have appeared in the country's cookbooks.
One important aspect of the empanada in El Salvador is that it is one of the few countries where the version is made with plantain. Since it is popularly prepared with flour dough. This is also the way it is prepared in various South American countries.
In some countries, flour is used instead of plantain dough, and the filling is commonly meat or cheese.
A delight in the kitchen
Empanadas are one of the typical Salvadoran delicacies, based on plantain and filled with beans or sweetened milk.
Although nowadays they can be filled with various ingredients such as cheese or even jam.
However, the most popular and frequent filling is beans and sweetened milk. Often, sugar and a touch of cinnamon are added for better enjoyment.
Thanks to these characteristics and the blend of flavors, both sweet and savory, this dish has become a cultural tradition in El Salvador.
