Category: Food

Blackened shrimp with mango salsa
Dinners
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Blackened Shrimp with Mango Salsa (Camarones a la Parilla con Salsa de Mango)

Blackened shrimp with mango salsa is the perfect weeknight meal for busy days when you need to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Shrimp cooks very quickly, in 5 minutes or less, making it a great protein to have on hand at all times. This tropical dish is especially wonderful during summer months. Pair it with a delicious cocktail like a guava or passion fruit margarita for an instant trip to the tropics!

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Aceite de achiote
Food
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Aceite de Achiote (Annatto Oil)

Aceite de achiote or annatto oil is used to add color to food. Annatto is an orange-red condiment and is the main component in sazón, which gives food an orange color. In Puerto Rico, we use annatto oil to make arroz con gandules, pasteles, alcapurrias, and so much more. I even make homemade sazón with ground annatto, and it turns out amazing!

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Budin de Pan
Desserts
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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.

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Passion fruit margarita
Drinks
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Passion Fruit Margarita Recipe (Margarita de Parcha)

This passion fruit margarita recipe is made with fresh, fragrant passion fruit which brings this fruity cocktail to a whole new level. It’s the perfect drink to make in spring and summer months, when the weather is sunny and warm. With just one sip you’ll be transported to a tropical, Caribbean island. Enjoying this passion fruit margarita on a beach or poolside is not required, but highly recommended!

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Jamon con Piña
Dinners
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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!

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