My cousin’s wife, Mercedes, is an amazing cook. She will be making traditional Venezuelan Christmas foods like hallacas, torta negra, pan de jamon, and galletas de mantequilla this December. Hallacas are a Venezuelan version of what is commonly known here as a tamale. They look like Christmas bundles wrapped in leaves and tied neatly with string. Yellow cornmeal masa surrounds a seasoned mix of shredded meat, raisins, and olives. Torta negra is a dark version of traditional fruitcake. Pan de jamon is a huge, golden, egg-washed bread filled with swirls of ham, olives, bacon, and raisins. Mercedes’ info is here if you are interested in tasty traditional treats!
Platos Venezolanos de Navidad
Posted on 16 December, 2007 by trina
3 Comments so far..
Trina:
17.12.07
I would call European Corner in South Miami and see if they see them frozen. You could also ask them about freezing theirs. I love their tequenos!
vivianbattan:
19.06.09
hi, i love to make tequenios, i am venezolana live in aventura, if you are interested in ordering from me please write to my email, thanks
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Do you know where I can buy frozen tequenos in batches so that I can take it on the plane?