Ponche Crema ~ Venezuelan Eggnog
Ponche crema is the Venezuelan recipe for eggnog. This creamy, spicy drink is different from most others because it calls for flan mix instead of the usual eggs but is tasty.
Mandocas ~ Flavored Corn Fritters
Mandocas are flavored corn fritters that are deep-fried cornmeal rings. These tasty treats are usually served at breakfast and eaten with butter and cheese while still hot.
Arepa Reina Pepiada ~ Arepa with Chicken and Avocado
Arepa Reina Pepiada is a classic Venezuelan recipe filled with a chicken and avocado salad. Other popular arepa fillings include white cheese, black beans, fried sweet plantains, and ham.
The Orange Eclipse from Barbados
Put a little tropical sun in your winter cocktail with an Orange Eclipse from Barbados. This Bajan cocktail recipe is made from rum, orange juice, vermouth, and bitters.
Chicken and Potato Roti
Chicken and Potato Roti is like a burrito but from the Island of Barbados. This Bajan recipe is made with a flower roti skin and stuffed with chicken and potato filling.
Fried Flying Fish and Cou Cou
Fried Flying Fish and Cou Cou is widely considered to be the National Dish of Barbados. This Bajan Recipe is made with breaded fillets of flying fish, a creole sauce, and a side of cou cou which is made with cornmeal and okra.
A Winter Margarita from Guadalajara, Mexico
This Winter Margarita is a Mexican recipe from the city of Guadalajara. Made with Tequila, lime juice, bitters, and a spiced cranberry syrup then shaken and served on ice.
Cemita Milanesa de Pollo ~ Chicken Sandwich
The Cemita Milanesa de Pollo or Chicken Sandwich is a Mexican recipe from Puebla, Mexico. This delicious sandwich is made with chicken, chorizo and beans paste, string cheese, avocado, chipotle, on a sesame seed bun.
Pozole ~ Pork and Hominy Soup
Pozole or Hominy Corn Soup is a traditional Mexican recipe for corn soup or stew. It's made from hominy with meat, and garnished with shredded lettuce or cabbage, chile peppers, onion, garlic, radishes, avocado, salsa or limes.
Paella Valenciana Recipe
Paella Valenciana is a Spanish recipe made from rice, chicken, rabbit, a few varieties of beans, and a nice spice mix. it's one of the best-known dishes in Spanish cuisine.
The General’s Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Ball
This easy to make Tex-Mex recipe is a cheesy delight that will tickle the taste buds of everyone. With a creamy base, this cheese ball is loaded with crisp smokey bacon, spicy jalapenos, delicious olives & sharp cheddar cheese. Spread it on a cracker or chip for the perfect finger food.
Moros y Cristianos ~ Rice and Black Beans
An iconic Cuban recipe of black beans and rice called Moros y Cristianos, or Arroz Congri, is made with long-grain rice, black beans, and fragrant spices.
Pollo Guisado ~ Chicken Stew
This Pollo Guisado or Chicken Stew is a delicious Cuban recipe that's characterized by meat that practically falls off the bone. It can be served as a stew or on a bed of rice. Chicken stew is popular in all Latin American countries and recipes will very from country to country but the basics remain the same.
An Excursion Into Flavor: The Puerto Rican Morcilla Recipe
In Puerto Rico, blood sausage is known as morcilla. It's made with rice, cilantro, garlic, and chili pepper. Some contain paprika, annatto and some spices to give it a kick. Morcilla is especially popular during holiday season.
Ropa Vieja ~ Shredded Beef Recipe
This Cuban recipe for Ropa Vieja, or Shredded Beef, is the national dish of Cuba, but is also popular in other areas of the region such as Puerto Rico and Panama, in Spain, and in the Philippines.
Tacos de Pescado ~ Fish Tacos
Tacos de Pescado or Fish Tacos is also known as Baja Fish Tacos is a Mexican recipe that originated in the Baja California area of Mexico.
Tacos de Cabeza ~ Beef Cheek Tacos
Tacos de Cabeza is a Mexican recipe for a variety of tacos that are popular in Mexico City, Sonora, and the Bajío. It's made from the shredded meat of a cow's head, combined with toppings such as red or green salsa, chopped onions, and coriander.
Bacalaitos ~ Codfish Fritter
Bacalaítos are pancake-like codfish fritters, crisp on the outside and dense and chewy on the inside. These delicious codfish fritters recipe is a hit no matter the season.
Grandmothers Guacamole Dip Recipe
This easy guacamole recipe can be made with just 7 simple ingredients you'll have creamy, zesty, spicy guacamole in no time - pass the chips!
Pina Colada Recipe
This piña colada is a sweet cocktail recipe made with rum, cream of coconut, and pineapple juice. It may be garnished with either a pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry, or both. There are two versions of the drink, both originating in Puerto Rico.
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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.
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