1Sopa paraguaya
Eaten all over Paraguay
A spongy cornbread with cheese and onion, the national dish.
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What to eat in Paraguay
The 8 dishes to eat in Paraguay
Corn, cheese and mandioca.
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3Mbejú
Eaten all over Paraguay
A pancake of cassava starch and cheese, cooked in a pan.
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5Asado
Eaten all over Paraguay
Beef grilled slowly over wood, the Sunday meal.
6Tereré
Eaten all over Paraguay
Yerba mate brewed with ice water and herbs, drunk all day in the heat.
7Pira caldo
Eaten all over Paraguay
A rich fish soup with cheese and milk.
8Chipa guasu
Eaten all over Paraguay
A soft corn cake with cheese and onion, baked for celebrations.
Where to eat in Paraguay
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Eat your way through Paraguay
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