7 Unusual McDonald's Menu Items in Latin America
From McMollettes to McCriollo, worldwide fast food chain McDonald's has innovated its menu to feature local Latin American flavors that sing close to Latinos' hearts. Here are seven unusual McDonald's menu items that you can only find in Latin America, per Latin Kitchen.
1. Mexico - McMolettes
At the top of the list is the famous McMolettes from Mexico. According to CNN, McMolettes are basically McMuffins with a Latin spin on it. The muffins are served like an "open-face" sandwich with cheese, beans and pico de gallo on top. Paired with a cup of coffee, this little circular pieces of goodness are easy-to-eat during a morning rush.
2. McPollo Italiano - Chile
In Chile, there's a new version of a grilled chicken sandwich and it's called McPollo Italiano. The sandwich, though it looks unassuming, is layered with tomatoes, mayo and palta, per Latin Kitchen. For those watching their waistline, Fatsecret Chile reveals that a serving of McPollo Italiano has 476 calories, 48 grams carbohydrates, 19 grams protein and 23 grams of fat.
3. Almuerzo Colombiano - Colombia
For lunch, McDonald's Colombia has introduced the Almuerzo Colombiano, per Fusion. Aside from a piece of chicken or beef, the meal features some beans or lentils, salad, fries, and of course, white rice.
“We’re thrilled to offer typical Colombian food so that our clients can enjoy delicious Colombian plates with the unique McDonald’s experience,” Luis Raganato, president for Caribe Division at Arcos Dorados said as quoted by the news outlet.
4. Arepa - Venezuela
For a quick go-to grab, according to Fusion, McDonald's in Venezuela has put a fast-food twist in the classic arepa. The said arepas come in three varieties: arepa con queso, arepa con perico y queso and arepa con jamon y queso. Latin Kitchen also suggests pairing these goodies with fried cuts of yucca for a satisfying snack.
5. McCriollo - Puerto Rico
McDonald's Puerto Rico also introduces local flavors in its breakfast menu with McCriollo. This breakfast sandwich has the typical ham, egg, and cheese. However, instead of using a normal bun, the McCriollo uses pan criollo or Mallorca, which is a soft Puerto Rican sweet bread, per Latin Kitchen.
6. Pastel De Queso - El Salvador
Now, for some dessert, McDonald's has created a new offering which features the flavors of a cheesecake all wrapped up in a handy pocket pie. According to MSN, though it looks unassuming with its simple packaging, the pastel de queso packs up some "sweet, creamy and delicious" flavors.
7. Dulce De Leche Sundae - Argentina
Of course, wrapping up this list is every latino's favorite -- dulce de leche. Latin Kitchen says that in Argentina, McDonald's has made ice cream more exciting by combining the sweet milky dulce de leche with a soft-served sundae, all twirled in a glorious sugar cone.
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