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Recipes

Sofrito

Posted by Chef Jayeff  

This is a staple in just about any Cuban dish. It's as common in Cuban cuisine as ginger is to Asian and tomatoes are in Italian. It can be used to enhance a sauce or marinade or to saute prior to cooking a meat dish. Extremely simple and versitile MORE»

Recipe #382321

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Puerto Rican Mamposteao Rice

(1 reviews) Posted by Nif  

A rice that is almost a meal in itself! A nice mixture of rice and beans, you are whisked away to Puerto Rico with this one. This is excellent with any grilled steak or chicken. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #372855

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Tropical Gazpacho Fruit Soup (Puerto Rico)

Posted by Sydney Mike  

This unusual recipe was found on recipehound.com. MORE»

Recipe #372799

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Puerto Rican Sofrito

(1 reviews) Posted by Humble Bee  

This recipe is used in conjunction with my Puerto Rican Arroz Con Pollo (Rice and Chicken). This mixture is used in almost every savory dish that leaves a Pueto Rican kitchen. It is similar to the 'Holy Trinity' mix used in New Orleans. Store extra Sofrito in an airtight... MORE»

Recipe #315559

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Brass Monkey from Miami (Cocktail)

Posted by sassafrasnanc  

This is a strong yet delicious drink. It's a sipper for me now, but in the old days I could slam 'em down!! (ha,ha). Very simple drink to make. MORE»

Recipe #315148

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Puerto Rican Sangria

(1 reviews) Posted by crys loves to cook  

Yummy and pretty sweet. The prep time includes the hour to chill. MORE»

Recipe #300805

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El Chi Pi Chi Pi (A Puerto Rican Rum Drink)

Posted by sassafrasnanc  

Very simple drink to make and delicious! I recommend Bacardi Black Rum... MORE»

Recipe #290732

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Puente Punch

Posted by Manami  

Recipe by Cyrus Keyhari from "A Denim & Cocktail Guru's Mexican Fiesta" F&W Magazine, 01/2008 edition. A fantastic dessert drink, this creamy cocktail is named after the late timbale-banging band leader Tito Puente, who... MORE»

Recipe #276851

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Puerto Rican Cabbage Salad

Posted by Oolala  

Cooking Light magazine, Aug. 2007. This from Olga Fuste who wrote "Diabetic Cooking for Latinos" published by the ADA. This recipe goes well with rice and beans and fish tacos according to the blurb in the magazine. A serving size is 3/4... MORE»

Recipe #259083

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Mango Brulee

Posted by Manami  

Eating Well newsletter, April 2007. A nice finish to a summer meal or a delicious breakfast! You can use pineapples, grapefruit, papaya, or even melon slices. MORE»

Recipe #224432

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Camarones Enchilados - Deviled Shrimp

Posted by Manami  

This is one of the few Cuban dishes that is a little spicy, rather, it is redolent with garlic and tomatoes and the succulent flavor of fresh-caught shrimp. As all Cuban favorites, it is served with white rice and either ripe or green plantains.... MORE»

Recipe #158177

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Green Rice

(5 reviews) Posted by James Craig  

This recipe was found in the "Cooking Light" magazine. If you enjoy tomatillos, you will enjoy this. MORE»

Recipe #48630

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Happy Beets

(2 reviews) Posted by Lee Lee  

Actually my mother used this recipe (except for the vodka--my contribution). Pennsylvania women have used it for years (except for the vodka). MORE»

Recipe #40587

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Mango Salsa

Posted by MizzNezz  

Good with steaks, or as a side with a sandwich. MORE»

Recipe #24292

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Ginger-Rum Marinade

(6 reviews) Posted by Gingerbear  

This is a wonderful marinade. I loved it. This is good for up to 1 or 2 lbs of meat but I always make more. I like to have extra just incase. MORE»

Recipe #22027

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