While drinking mate, it is common to accompany it with foods that complement its flavor and that can be enjoyed in small portions between sips. Here are some typical options that usually accompany mate, in no specific order:
1. Cookies or biscuits
Sweet or salty cookies are a classic option to accompany mate. They can be plain or flavored, such as water cookies, cheese cookies, or dulce de leche cookies.
2. Cakes, pastries or pastries
Pastries, facturas, croissants, or homemade cakes are delicious options to accompany mate, especially at social gatherings.
3. Empanadas
Empanadas are popular in many regions where mate is consumed. They can be made with meat, chicken, ham and cheese, among other varieties.
4. Fresh fruits
Pieces of fresh fruit such as oranges, tangerines, bananas or apples are refreshing and healthy, especially in hot weather.
5. Cheeses and sausages
Soft cheeses such as queso fresco or cream cheese, accompanied by cold cuts such as ham or salami, are options that complement mate well.
6. Sweets and jams
Homemade sweets or jams to spread on cookies or bread can be a sweet option to enjoy with mate.
7. Nuts
Almonds, walnuts, or unsalted peanuts are nutritious and tasty options to snack on between mates.
8. Pizza!
Yes, you read that right. Pizza from the day before or whatever. It's that easy and simple. Do you think I'm crazy? Try it and then tell me.
9. A good alfajor
The Argentine alfajor is a traditional and very popular sweet in Argentina, consisting of two or more soft cookies or biscuits, generally round, joined by a sweet filling and covered with chocolate, icing or powdered sugar.
The Argentine alfajor has many regional variants and different brands that produce their own versions with unique recipes and styles.
It is important to consider that the foods chosen to accompany the mate should be easy to handle and not interfere with the experience of drinking the mate or its characteristic flavor. In addition, it is an opportunity to share pleasant moments and conversation with friends and family.
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