Calentado

Calentado is a traditional Colombian breakfast made from reheated leftovers from the night before. It dates back to a time when much of Colombia's population was impoverished and nothing was thrown away. Rice, beans, plantains, steak, fried eggs, and arepas are common ingredients in this filling breakfast.

Other ingredients, such as sausages or chicharrónes, are popular additions. Due to the large amount of food, calentado is now typically served on weekends, and it is recommended that it be served with coffee or a cup of hot chocolate on the side.

The word calentado literally means "heated," and it refers to the act of reheating leftovers.