The Ecuadorian cuisine
From guinea pig to fresh fruit juices, you name it, Ecuador's got it.
Thanks to TV, and word of mouth, cuy is perhaps the best known dish in Ecuador. Sampling this small rodent (and popular pet in Western countries) is a rite of passage for most backpackers, if not all travelers. Cuy is very greasy, and there’s not a lot of meat.
Langostinos are one of the many fresh and delicious seafood options on offer in Ecuador. Because the country is so small, they can easily be sourced from the coast, so don’t be afraid to order them if you’re in the Sierra mountains. The meal is incredibly delicious, and is one of our favorites here at Ecuador Excursions!
Arroz con Pollo (rice with chicken) and Arroz con Camarones (rice with shrimp) are both traditional dishes found throughout Latin America. Both are good staple dishes you can always fall back on if nothing else on the menu catches your eye.
