Sofrito Recipe by Chef Anthony Alvarez
Sofrito is the base for most Puerto Rican dishes and can be added to beans, rice, soups, stews, you name it.
Awesome Puerto Rican Alcapurria Recipe
They are yummy when stuffed with shrimp, lobster chicken or turkey. For that Hot Latin in you, sprinkle some “Pique de Caballero” sauce just before you bite into the alcapurria, if you dare.
Limber de Guineo y Guayaba ~ Banana and Guava Ice
The Plátano Guayaba Limber is a Banana Guava Ice treat from Puerto Rico. The Guava Limber is made with bananas, guava, coconut milk, and water. Simply mix the ingredients in a blender until smooth, pour into plastic cups, and freeze until they are solid.
Puerto Rican Arroz con Gandules…Hispanic Food Hack
Arroz con Gandules is a traditional rice recipe with pigeon peas that's a staple on Puerto Rican tables across the world. Making them can be a bit of a process.
Caldo Santo ~ Seafood Soup
Caldo Santo means Holy Broth in Spanish. This Puerto Rican recipe for Seafood Soup is made with shrimp, fish, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, yautía, and plantains slowly cooked in a spicy coconut milk base.
Puerto Rican Pork Recipe
In many Latin American countries, pernil (roasted pork) is prepared on various special occasions throughout the year. It is the main dish that accompanies the table during the Christmas celebrations.
Puerto Rican Stewed Beans (Habichuelas Guisadas)
If you like an easy yet tasty meat-free beans then, you might think this recipe for Puerto Rican Beans is the most delicious beans to cook up.
Arroz con Gandules Recipe
Arroz con Gandules is a combination of rice, pigeon peas, and pork, cooked in the same pot with sofrito. This Puerto Rican recipe, accompanied with roasted pork, is the national dish of Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rican Pasteles Recipe
These Puerto Rican Pasteles are simular to their Mexican cousin the Tamale. The Pastele is made with meat stuffing but unlike the Mexican Tamale, the masa is a yautía and plantain masa and is wrapped in banana leaves.
Puerto Rican Pique ~ Hot Sauce
In Puerto Rico, it's very common to see street vendors selling fresh produce and bottles of pique (Puerto Rican hot sauce) hung from a string.
Pina Colada Bread Pudding
This Pina Colada Bread Pudding is a truly decadent Puerto Rican dessert. A fruity, coconutty treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or any time of day. Super easy to whip up and addicting.
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.
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This is the Puerto Rican Vegan Cookbook to give you all the flavor while transporting you to an abuela's kitchen or the quaintest of Mom & Pop shops.
Cooking Classes
Red Spanish Sangria
Sangria is one of the most popular drinks in Spanish cuisine. It is commonly served in bars, restaurants, and festivities throughout Spain and Portugal. Clericó is a similar beverage that is popular in Latin America.
No Cooking Classes Scheduled
Sorry, but we do not have any cooking classes scheduled at this time. We are always planning new classes so check back often. In the meantime take a look at our past cooking classes here.
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