Dip de Frutas de Mango ~ Mango Fruit Dip
On the Island of the Dominican Republic people are waking up to Dip de Frutas de Mango, Mango Fruit Dip, for breakfast. This savory treat is a smooth, sweet, creamy, explosion of flavors making your taste buds do the happy dance.
Pizza Cubana ~ Deep Dish Personal Pizza
Pizza Cubana is a Cuban Pizza that is distinguished by the dough thickness and the simple sauce. This Cuban recipe makes the dough a little thicker than in other pizzas and the sauce is not seasoned. The Cuban Pizza is not generally a fancy pizza style but it's simple, comforting, and easy to make.
Huevos Habaneros ~ Habanero Eggs
Huevos Habaneros or Habanero Eggs in English is a traditional Cuban recipe originating from the city of Havana, Cuba. Although there are a few versions of the dish, it's most commonly prepared with eggs, onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, habanero peppers, paprika powder, cumin, and butter.
Limber de Coco ~ Coconut Ice
Limber de Coco is similar to coconut Italian ices and is a refreshing Puerto Rican recipe for both kids and adults. You can make these in cups, small bowls, cupcake pan, or popsicle molds, or whatever you have on hand.
Savor the Warmth of Puerto Rico: Asopao de Gandules with Plantain...
Asopao de Gandules con Albóndigas de Plátano or Pigeon Pea Stew with Plantain Dumplings is a Puerto Rican recipe that packs a lot of flavor and can be described as “comfort food”.
Tortilla de Huevos ~ Egg Omelet
Tortilla de Huevos or simply Egg Omelet is a Puerto Rican recipe made with eggs, milk, onions, and green peppers. Other ingredients can be used like olives, mushrooms, ham, and cheese if you like so get creative.
Jamaican Pumpkin Pancakes
Jamaican Pumpkin Pancakes are a Jamaican recipe. Your family will love the flavors that come together to create these pancakes. It's just like a pumpkin pie topped with butter and maple syrup.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken Recipe
This Jerk Chicken is a Jamaican recipe that is a sweet, sour, and spicy blend of delight that will have your taste buds doing the happy dance. It's perfect for a summertime barbeque and family get-togethers. Bring the island breeze to your next party with this Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe.
Pulled Pork and Plantain Breakfast Hash
This Pulled Pork and Plantain Breakfast Hash is a Cuban Recipe that is made with, you guessed it, pulled pork, plantains, and eggs. You can find ripe plantains at most grocery stores; choose plantains for this recipe that are ripe (yellow) with a bit of black spotting.
Pan con Bistec ~ Steak Sandwich
Pan con Bistec or Steak Sandwich is a Cuban recipe that is made on a loaf of Cuban bread filled with steak, onions, potato fries, and topped with mayonnaise, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Sopa de Pollo con Fideos ~ Chicken Noodle Soup
Sopa de Pollo con Fideos or Chicken Noodle Soup is a Puerto Rican recipe that is common throughout the world but has its roots in Spanish cuisine.
Dominican Chimichurri Burger
Chimichurri Burger (usually called "Chimi burger", "Dominican burger", or simply "Chimi") is a Dominican recipe characterized by the addition of numerous spices to the meat patty, such as oregano, garlic, cilantro, and crushed red pepper.
Quesitos, the Puerto Rican Puff Pastry
Quesitos are one of the most popular pastries in Puerto Rico. Quesito means "little cheese" in Spanish. With this Puerto Rican recipe you can make these sweet cream cheese breakfast pastries wrapped in layers of light, crisp puff pastry for your whole family!
Mojito Isleño ~ Islander Sauce
Mojito Isleño or Islander Sauce is a Puerto Rican recipe that is most commonly used as a chunky topping for a variety of fish and shellfish dishes, but it can also be served on the side.
Sofrito Recipe from Cocina Criolla
Puerto Rican recipes usually start with Sofrito. It's the foundation of just about every soup, stew, or sauce in any Puerto Rican cookbook. Used as a base it's the first thing into the cooking pot or used as a topping on grilled meat and fish.
Pan de Plátano Del Caribe ~ Caribbean Banana Bread
Although Banana Bread might have been invented in the United States it has been adopted by the Latino community. Here is a Caribbean recipe for Banana Bread with Coconut
Rellenos de Papa ~ Stuffed Potato Balls
Rellenos de Papa is a traditional snack found in Puerto Rico restaurants and street vendors. This Puerto Rican recipe is made with potatoes cooked and mashed then formed into small balls and stuffed with a ground beef filling then fried to a golden brown.
Mantecaditos ~ Puerto Rican Cookies
Mantecaditos are short bread cookies. In the traditional Puerto Rican recipe, Guava jelly is used but many Puerto Rican cooks use other jellies, sprinkles, chocolate and even nuts to make this tasty treat. So use your imagination and have fun with it.
Haitian Epis ~ Haitian Seasoning Base
Haitian Epis is a seasoning base used in many Haitian recipes. The Scotch Bonnet Pepper makes this base very hot so if you don't like your Epis hot, leave out the Scotch Bonnet Pepper.
Poul an Sòs ~ Chicken in Sauce
Poul an Sòs or Chicken in Sauce is a Haitian recipe that is rich, full of amazing flavors and usually served over rice with plantains.
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