The Havana Highball: Delving into the Depths of Culto a la...
Originating from Havana, Culto a la Vida is a classic Cuban cocktail consisting of dark rum, cranberry juice, lime juice, and sugar.
Medianoche Sandwich at the Midnight Hour
The Medianoche Sandwich is the Cuban sister of the famous Cubano Sandwich. This variation on the classic ham and cheese sandwich is made with thin slices of juicy roast pork, salty ham, sour dill pickles, tangy yellow mustard, and sharp Swiss cheese on a hoagie roll then grilled and pressed flat.
Bistec de Palomilla ~ Butterflied Sirloin Steak
Bistec de Palomilla is a traditional Cuban recipe for Butterflied Sirloin Steak. This culinary delight is made with top sirloin beef. The steak is cut super thin and marinated in garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil and then pan-fried.
The Puerto Rican Chi-Chi Cocktail
Think of the Chi-Chi Cocktail as the cousin of the infamous Puerto Rican Piña Colada. It's a tropical mash of fresh pineapple, coconut, lime, and ice just like the Piña Colada but instead of using rum we use vodka and garnish with a cherry.
Serenata de Bacalao ~ Codfish Serenade
Serenata de Bacalao is a Puerto Rican recipe for Codfish Serenade Salad. The salt cod is desalinated and tossed in a dressing made from red wine vinegar and olive oil, then added to a plate of sauteed onions and peppers, olives, tomatoes, and hard-boiled eggs.
Guanimes ~ Cornmeal Beef Dumplings
Guanimes is a Puerto Rican recipe for Cornmeal Beef Dumplings and is related to tamales, hallacas, and pasteles. It consists of a cornmeal masa that is stuffed with beef, and it is then wrapped in corn husks and boiled.
Yuca al Mojo ~ Cassava in Garlic Sauce
The combination of the tender soft cassava smothered in a garlicky citrus-flavored sauce and topped with shredded coconut will keep you coming back for more!
Plátanos en Tentacion ~ Bananas in Temptation
Plátanos en Tentacion is a Panamanian recipe that can be translated as Plantains in Temptation. It consists of ripe plantains that are mixed with a combination of butter, rum, sugar, and cinnamon, and the concoction is then cooked until dark golden in color.
Chile Relleno ~ Stuffed Chili
The Chile Relleno is a Mexican recipe for a Stuffed Chili that originated in the city of Puebla, Mexico. In 1858 a Mexican newspaper was described as "a green chile pepper stuffed with minced meat and coated with eggs".
Almond Nougat Ice Cream Cookie
This Almond Nougat Ice Cream Cookie is a Spanish confectionery made with Jijona Turrón. The tasty Almond Nougat Ice Cream is placed on top of a Chocolate Almond Cookie and garnished with Salted Pistachios.
Natillas de Leche ~ Milk Custard
Natillas de Leche is a delicious Spanish recipe made by boiling some milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, and vanilla together and serving after it has cooled down.
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.
Leche de Coco Fresca ~ Fresh Coconut Milk
Leche de Coco Fresca is a Puerto Rician recipe for Fresh Coconut Milk. A good rule of thumb to remember is that 1 coconut will make 2 cups of Fresh Coconut Milk.
Limber de Mango ~ Mango Ice
This Limber de Mango is a simple adult Mango Ice treat made with mangos, heavy whipping cream, dark brown sugar, light corn syrup, and a splash of spiced rum.
Chipotles in Adobo Sauce ~ Chipotles en Salsa Adobo
To make these wonderful Chipotles in Adobo Sauce you will need dried Ancho Chiles, Guajillo Chiles, and Smoked Jalapeno Peppers.
The Infamous Gringas Tacos
Gringas Tacos are a variety of Mexican street vendor tacos that consist of flour tortillas filled with marinated pork meat, cheese, pineapple slices, onions, Chamoy Sauce, and a Guacamole Topping.
Savor the Dominican Delight of Carne Guisada – A Hearty Beef...
Carne Guisada is a Dominican recipe for a hearty Beef Stew with potato's and carrots. Great for lunch or dinner this Dominican delight will hit the spot every time. The Dominican Sazon Seasoning has a distinctively savory taste
Chocolate de Maní Caliente ~ Hot Peanut ‘Cocoa’
It might surprise you to know that Chocolate de Maní Caliente does not have any chocolate in it. The delicious Dominican delight is a Hot Peanut 'Cocoa' and is as deliciously deceptive as its name.
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.
Revamping Culinary Traditions: Tacos de Pescado Con Mango ~ Fish and...
Down in the port city of Cancún, the Fish and Mango Tacos came to perfection. This Mexican recipe is accompanied by a Mango Salsa recipe for your seasoned Fish Tacos.
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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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