Food
Homemade Sazón (Sazón Puertorriqueño)
Homemade sazón comes together easily with spices you probably have in your pantry. I love making a batch of sazón Puertorriqueño to have on hand
July 6, 2024
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Category: Latin recipes
Drinks
Morir Soñando de Aguacate (Avocado Creamsicle Smoothie)
Morir Soñando de Aguacate is a spin on the traditional Dominican drink made with fresh-squeezed orange juice, milk, sugar, and ice but this version includes
June 29, 2024
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Dinners
Rabo Guisado (Puerto Rican Oxtail Stew)
Rabo Guisado or Puerto Rican oxtail stew is a Caribbean dish that features tender, juicy, fall-off-the-bone beef, in a rich, savory sauce infused with sofrito,
June 24, 2024
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Dinners
Pollo Frito en Freidora de Aire (Air Fryer Fried Chicken)
Pollo frito or fried chicken is the ultimate comfort food! I prefer making it in the air fryer because it eliminates having to use an
June 22, 2024
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Desserts
Budin de Pan (Puerto Rican-Style Bread Pudding)
Budin de Pan or Puerto Rican-style bread pudding is a dessert that is especially popular during the holiday season, along with tembleque and coquito bites. This bread pudding is moist and rich in flavor, with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves. Pair this budin de pan with your favorite cafe con leche or hot chocolate (coquito for the holidays!) for a delicious treat any time of the day.
May 17, 2024
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Dinners
Jamón con Piña (Glazed Ham with Pineapples)
Jamón con piña is Puerto Rican-style glazed ham with pineapples. It’s sweet and savory and absolutely delicious! In Puerto Rico, we make a glaze with pineapple and cherry juices and decorate the ham with pineapple slices and cherries. This glazed ham is a must-have at every holiday party and special event. Save this recipe for the next time you have a family gathering, this delicious jamón con piña will not disappoint!
April 15, 2024
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Food
Ensalada de Coditos (Puerto Rican Macaroni Salad)
Ensalada de coditos or Puerto Rican macaroni salad is the perfect side dish to serve at parties and family gatherings. It is made with a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, olive juice, and vinegar. What makes this dish different from traditional American macaroni salad is that it’s not sweet. It’s easy to make and tastes even better on day two. I enjoy the convenience of preparing this macaroni salad a day ahead of a special event which relieves the pressure of cooking too many dishes on the day of!
April 7, 2024
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Dinners
Carne Guisada Recipe (Puerto Rican Beef Stew)
Carne Guisada or Puerto Rican beef stew is made with chunks of beef and vegetables stewed in a savory sofrito sauce until the meat is juicy and tender. It is loaded with flavor and makes for a deliciously satisfying meal. Carne guisada is one of Puerto Rico’s favorite comfort foods.
April 4, 2024
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Food
Chopped Cheese (New York Bodega Recipe)
A chopped cheese sandwich can be found at bodegas across New York, especially in Hispanic neighborhoods. It is made with seasoned chopped meat, melted cheese and topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and special sauce also known as bodega sauce. This New York City favorite is easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. Let’s dive in to this New York bodega recipe!
March 28, 2024
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Dinners
Puerto Rican Corned Beef (Carne Bif)
Puerto Rican Corned Beef also known as Carne Bif on the island is stewed with sofrito, herbs, and spices to create an insanely delicious and flavorful dish. Carne Bif is such a humble dish yet full of bold flavors and so satisfying with a plate of white rice, habichuelas guisadas, maduros, corn, and avocado. With just few simple ingredients you’ll have a delicious meal in under 15 minutes!
March 22, 2024
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