Locro
Locro is a hearty, thick stew traditionally made with corn, beans, squash, and various meats, celebrated especially during national holidays in Argentina. It is a symbol of indigenous and criollo fusion cuisine, embodying the agricultural heritage and communal spirit of the region.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 2 cups chopped
- 300 grams
- 150 grams
- 1 medium, chopped
- 2 cloves, minced
- 1 tsp
- to taste
- to taste
- 2 tbsp
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Argentinian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Locro has pre-Columbian origins rooted in Andean indigenous cultures and was adapted and popularized throughout Argentina during the colonial period as a staple dish for communal gatherings and patriotic celebrations.
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