Mangú or Dominican mashed plantains is a staple in Caribbean cuisine. It is typically served with los tres golpes (the three hits) which are fried eggs, fried salami and fried cheese.
Puerto Rican pork chops or chuletas fritas are a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine. These pan-seared pork chops are flavorful and pair perfectly with white rice and beans.
Baked codfish or bacalao al horno is super easy to prepare and cooks in 25 minutes or less. Bake with potatoes and veggies in the same pan for a quick and delicious one-pan meal everyone will love!
Patitas de pollo guisadas or stewed chicken feet are a delicacy in the Caribbean. The gravy is rich and thick and packed with nutrients!
Mantecaditos are Puerto Rican thumbprint cookies filled with guava or topped with sprinkles. They have a melt-in-your-mouth texture, similar to shortbread. Pair them with coffee or tea for the perfect treat!
Mofongo is a traditional Puerto Rican side dish made with mashed fried plantains, chicharrones, and garlic. It is typically topped with garlic shrimp and it is absolutely delicious!
Avocado crema is a smooth, creamy and delicious sauce that’s perfect for empanadas, tacos, quesadillas or any Mexican-inspired dish. I love that it’s easy to prepare and comes together in just 5 minutes!
I made the viral yogurt cheesecake with guava sauce and it was delicious! Truth be told, I am not a fan of plain greek yogurt. But add Biscoff cookies and guava sauce to the mix and we’ve got a winning combination of flavors!
Habichuelas tiernas con ajo or garlic green beans are a great side dish to pair with almost any meal. Green beans are easy to prepare and this dish comes together in less than 15 minutes. Everyone loves it!
Sandwich de mezcla is a Puerto Rican party sandwich made with white sliced bread and a delicious spread. The spread consists of canned ham, cheese dip, and roasted red peppers.
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