South American

Expansive flavors define South American cuisine, and it has to be in order to encompass all the influences that impact the food. It’s got elements of cooking styles from Africa, Portugal, Spain, and the Caribbean, as well as from the native Americans who have lived in South America for more than 12,000 years. While there are certainly hot peppers and pungent South American-centered herbs and spices that adorn the items on a typical menu, much of the food is bold and richly seasoned but is not overtly hot. Use these recipes for inspiration as you experiment with our spices or South American-inspired seasoning blends and experience the sweeping grasslands of South America in your very own kitchen.