Majadito

Description

Originating from eastern Bolivia, majadito is a dish consisting of rice, dried meat, chopped onions, and tomatoes. The origin of the dish dates back to the pre-Columbian era in Bolivia when rice, grains, meat, plantains, and cassava formed the usual food staple among the native people. It originated in the city of Santa Cruz, from where it spread out across the country. Today it is considered to be one of the national dishes in Bolivia that is commonly served in numerous Bolivian restaurants. Traditionally, beef jerky was used in the dish, but nowadays dry chicken or duck are also frequently used in the preparation of majadito. It is a dish that can be consumed at any time of day–for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Majadito is almost always served with fried plantains, and like many traditional Bolivian dishes, it is usually garnished with a fried egg on top.