La Bandera

Origin: Dominican Republic

La Bandera, a traditional dish from Dominican Republic
Photo of La Bandera via Wikimedia Commons.

A traditional lunch meal consisting of white grains, stewed red legumes, and meat. The colors of the dish are said to represent the national flag.

Key ingredients

  • white rice
  • stewed red beans
  • chicken or beef
  • salad
  • fried plantains

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