Have you ever visited Brazil before? If you have, there’s no doubt you’ve tried some of the South American country’s delicious street foods. Roadside stands are an integral part of the country’s gastronomic scene. Many of these delicious foods are fried, which probably isn’t surprising considering how easy fried foods are to produce in large quantities.
Here are four that you absolutely must try.
Coxinha
These uniquely-shaped fried snacks are shaped like a raindrop and are filled with delicious stewed chicken and Brazilian cheese. They’re perfect while relaxing on the beach with a beer in your hand.
Bolinhos de Bacalhau
Bacalhau, meaning “salt cod” in Portuguese, has been a popular food in both Portugal and Brazil over the past several centuries. These fried cod balls are enormously popular throughout seafood-loving Brazil.
Pastel de Queijo
Pastel de queijo is a fried cheese snack that has curious origins. Legend states that Japanese immigrants to Brazil popularized this treat, frying Chinese wontons filled with cheese. They then became extremely popular.
Aipim Frito
While the name might seem challenging, the easiest way to remember this snack is as yucca fries. Similar to french fries, aipim frito consists of a starchy, fried tuber that you’re guaranteed to love.