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Panamian food: discover traditional cuisine

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Culinary influences

Staple ingredients

Key flavorings

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Panama is a fascinating Central American nation that sits at the crossroads of two continents and two oceans, with a population of approximately 4.6 million people –  over 70% of whom now live in cities. The country has largely transformed its rural society to a modern, service-oriented economy…

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The average Panamian daily plate size is

1689 g.
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Grains

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Fish and seafood

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Produce

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Eggs and dairy

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Meats

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Sugar, fats and nuts

Core ingredients

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Herbs

CILANTRO

CULANTRO

OREGANO

THYME

BAY LEAVES

EPAZOTE

CHINCHO

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Spices

ANNATTO/ACHIOTE

CUMIN

ALLSPICE

BLACK PEPPER

CINNAMON

DRY CHILI

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Aromatics

GARLIC

ONION

CHILI PEPPERS

TOMATO

LIME

LEMON

ORANGE

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Condiments

ACHIOTE PASTE

COCONUT MILK

TAMARIND

CORN BEER

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