Recipezaar: Caribbean,Healthy recipes

The Houdini's Magical Tuna Kabobs With Pineapple Glaze

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 23:06:06 -0400

Step away from the Hot Plate and Head to the Grill! The Hot Plate Houdini's would like to introduce you to The Houdini's Magical Jerk Tuna Kabobs with Pineapple Glaze, created especially for ZWT3. Make plenty, they'll "Disappear Fast!" -- posted by Geema

Caribbean Chicken

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 12:41:16 -0400

Great island flavor - this recipe is perfect for the family who has coconut lovers and coconut haters. Since all servings are individually packaged, you can put coconut in as you choose. -- posted by KissKiss

Kiwi Coconut Frappé

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:28:14 -0400

Drink up the health benefits of fresh tangy kiwi fruit in this deliciously sweet cocktail with just a hint of creamy coconut. -- posted by English_Rose

Mango and Banana Smoothie

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:39:16 -0400

Breakfast beginnings never tasted better than with this healthy smoothie. -- posted by English_Rose

Tropical Smoothie

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:44:06 -0400

Wake up to this delicious fruit smoothie packed with mango, bananas and strawberries. -- posted by English_Rose

Tropical Dairy-Free Smoothie

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:45:20 -0400

Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this luscious blend of exotic fruits, great for a breakfast treat. -- posted by English_Rose

Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 13:01:33 -0400

There are a lot of sweet potato salad recipes. Some have white and sweet potatoes. This is a combination of sweet potatoes, corn and red onion. I hope you will find it different. I hope you will enjoy it. There are differences between sweet potatoes and yams;you may choose and you may interchange them in this salad. Microwave ovens all do not "cook" the same, and some have a setting for potatoes. Read your manual if in doubt. Feel free to add in any of your favorite things; bacon bits, sunflower seeds,shredded cheese just things you like. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Cuban Black Bean Soup

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:56:31 -0400

Great for black bean lovers! -- posted by Maito

Seared Sea Scallops With Tropical Salsa

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:50:35 -0400

I haven't tried it yet but it sounds so good. Simple prep with pineapple, mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice and jalapeno. Sounds refreshing for a summer dinner or nice lunch. I would consider it for a first course too. -- posted by Oolala

Larry's Tropical Itch

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:17:37 -0400

Sounds disgusting, I know - like a disease some guy caught on vacation - but this is one powerful and YUMMY tropical drink named after a friend who created it. The fact that this recipe makes only one drink should tell you a little something about him. -- posted by KissKiss

Tomato Salsa

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 16:43:53 -0400

Served along side my Recipe #244969 and Recipe #244775, this makes a great salsa to serve with the tostada along with beans and rice if desired. Another caribbean Favorite ;) -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Chef Tell's Cayman Chow-Chow

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 16:44:22 -0400

serve with Chef Tell's Cayman Jerk Chicken also demo'd on Live with Regis & Kelly Aug. 10, 2007 -- posted by Karen in OC

Tropical Fruit Kabobs With Coconut Ice Cream

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 23:49:00 -0400

A very pretty dessert that doesn't take long to make! You may substitute other fruits if you like, such as pineapple, apples, grapes, kumquats, etc. Adapted from BH&G magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

West Indian Curry Chicken

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 21:08:49 -0400

I took a great cooking class at a Whole Foods store. This is one of the great recipes I got that night. Enjoy! -- posted by Jess N

Papaya Milk Drink

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 21:12:13 -0400

This is a wonderful sweet drink for that perfect comfort food. I delicious cool drink for summer. -- posted by Jess N

Rice and Peas With Ham

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 18:03:59 -0400

I took a great cooking class at a Whole Foods store. This is one of the great recipes I got that night. Enjoy! -- posted by Jess N

Caribbean Black Beans

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:54:14 -0400

Easy and flavorful! Excellent side dish for spicy dishes like jerk chicken or Puerco Pibil! Serve with mango salsa for a delicious combination. -- posted by CheCheCherie

Island Curried Chicken

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 21:01:19 -0400

I found this dish in Essence magazine from February of 2006. My husband's family is from Jamaica and I haven't quite mastered curry, but this is a simple curried chicken recipe with a lot of flavor in a short amount of time. -- posted by Virgaux78

Puerto Rican Cabbage Salad

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 23:57:32 -0400

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 of a cup according to the recipe notes. If you use pre-shredded carrots and cabbage, this comes together in a snap. -- posted by Oolala

Couscous Cubano

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:09:39 -0400

This recipe is a modification of a contest winner from Near East for original couscous creations. We omitted the green onion for personal tastes. I've only made it once, and it was a little bit bland using just the ingredients below, but was improved by putting some more lime juice on it. We will also try adding more cayenne pepper next time. -- posted by The Wallaces

Dominican Bean Stew / Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 01:46:11 -0400

I think the only 2 ways Dominicans will make beans is either this way or mixed in rice. These are so good! We usually soak some white rice with this creamy side dish. A tasty way to add fiber to your diet. Serve with my Dominican Pollo Guisado (#261430), white rice, and sliced avocados. The chicken stock cube usually comes in a little yellow box with about 10 individually wrapped cubes. These can be found in the hispanic or international isle of your local supermarket, the brands are usually either Maggie or Knor. -- posted by Kitty Kat Cook

Morir Soñando

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 17:14:26 -0400

This is a refreshing beverage once again from my country. It's a funny name because it actually means "To die while sleeping" I don't know why. In the Dominican Republic this is usually made with fresh squeezed oranges; it tastes much better. -- posted by Kitty Kat Cook

Isla De Pinos Special

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 01:19:17 -0500

The Isle of Pines renamed Isla de La Juventud in 1978 by Castro. 100 km south of Cuba; lies directly south of Havana and Pinar del Rio. Administered directly by the government of Cuba. Fantastic drink! -- posted by Manami

Caribbean-Style Chicken With Black Beans

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 13:26:33 -0500

Never tried, will let you know if good when I try it. -- posted by larchie

Orlando Bloom's Pasta Au Pistou

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 16:14:13 -0500

Posted for Mom2Rose who's a big Orlando Bloom fan. The following blurb came with the recipe: "My role in the Pirates of the Caribbean series has inadvertently made me something of a connoisseur of Caribbean cuisine - and Dominica had the most impact on me. We found this amazing tree-house restaurant called Indigo. It's off the beaten path, and run by Marie Frederick and her husband Clem, who serve this delicious pasta recipe." NOTE: The original recipe called for "one tin of tomatoes, drained" but the Zaar recipe software won't accept that vague description. So, I guesstimated a 15oz can of tomatoes. Mom2Rose will be the expert on the actual can size because she's actually made this recipe! :) -- posted by Impera_Magna

Puente Punch

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:53:53 -0500

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 popularized Latin music around the world. Cyrus Keyhari uses aged Dominican rum to give depth to what he calls "a grown-up Orange Julius." Vegetarian and fast. -- posted by Manami

Cuban Black Bean Soup

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 02:13:41 -0500

Chef Douglas Rodriguez of DeLaCosta restaurant in Chicago was born in America, but this recipe is inspired by his mother's black bean soup, which offered robust flavor for people who didn't have money to spend on meat for stock. Here we use both fresh and dried oregano because each imparts a different flavor to the final dish. The ham is listed in the ingredients but since I have always made my black bean without "meat" I made it that way again. This was in Cooking Light, 01/01/2008! Just another take on black beans that I think are great!! Cuban cooking reflects the influence of Spain and Africa as well as other Caribbean countries. Spicy heat is not as pronounced in Cuban cuisine as in other Latin fare. -- posted by Manami

Jb's Cuban Black Beans & Rice

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 19:56:23 -0500

great side or main dish -- posted by Snailworld

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

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:02:02 -0500

Very simple drink to make and delicious! I recommend Bacardi Black Rum... -- posted by sassafrasnanc

Malibu Bomber Cocktail

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:56:50 -0400

Found this on drinkswap, a lovely tropical blend of flavours. -- posted by **Mandy**

Puerto Rican Sangria

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:35:23 -0400

Yummy and pretty sweet. The prep time includes the hour to chill. -- posted by crys loves to cook

Cuban Cucumber Salad

Wed, 07 May 2008 00:10:48 -0400

This recipe came from a friend -- posted by Michelle (Chef #632056)

Lime Lizard Shooter

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:42:16 -0400

Very tasty shooter that has such a tropical name! -- posted by sassafrasnanc

Roasted Sweet Plantains

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:56:57 -0400

I first had plantains when I moved to the UK and to an area that has a large Caribbean and Nigerian population. They are yummy and sort of like a banana but not exactly as they need to be cooked. This is a really easy way of trying out plantains without being afraid of what to do with them. You don't really need the cooking spray but it wouldn't let me post a recipe with just one ingredient. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Avocado and Pineapple Salad - Ensalada De Aguacate Y Pina

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:16:24 -0400

This is a Cuban recipe from Three Guys from Miami Cook Cuban. Make sure to use an extra virgin olive oil and don't forget to salt and pepper the dressing. This salad gets its sweetness from pineapple and a bit of sour flavor from the oil and vinegar -- posted by cookiedog

St. Vincent Rum Punch

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:10:25 -0400

I spent quite a bit of time living on the island of St. Vincent in the West Indies and picked up this Rum Punch recipe from the Grand View Hotel there. I cut the ingredients in half as the original recipe was for a huge quantity. Also, the amount of rum and water was unclear. I interpreted the rum to water ratio as 1 part rum to 2 parts water since the original recipe does not quantify an actual amount of either. If you use a normal size bottle of rum and double the amount for the water, you should be fine. It takes a few days to make, but is definitely worth the effort. -- posted by Green Cuisine

Mango Popsicles- Durofrios De Mango

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:42:19 -0400

This is a popular treat for children in Cuba. -- posted by cookiedog

Cubanito - Cuban Bloody Mary

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:54:45 -0400

You can enjoy this version of Bloody Mary while seated on the veranda of Hotel Presidente in Havana or even easier, make it at home. This recipe is a tropical twist to the traditional Bloody Mary. From Eating Cuban: 120 Authentic Recipes from the Streets of Havanah to the American Shores. -- posted by cookiedog

Green Tea Mojito

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:05:27 -0400

We've all heard of the health benefits of green tea these day, haven't we? Yes we have...thus I will dare to rationalize my little cocktail as being healthy in my mind! LOL. The flavor of the green tea is apt to get lost with the strong flavors of the rum and lime so resist the urge to add more of these ingredients. I recommend Tazo Zen Green tea blend as I think it has enough umph to stand on its own here. Original idea came from the Mellow Monk. Adapted to suit my tastes. -- posted by Kitchen Witch Steph

Brass Monkey from Miami (Cocktail)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:03:29 -0400

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. -- posted by sassafrasnanc

Puerto Rican Sofrito

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:04:10 -0400

This recipe is used in conjunction with my Recipe #315833. 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 container in the fridge. Sofrito also freezes very well. -- posted by Humble Bee

Cuban Green Beans

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:30 -0400

This dish is fast and easy and the addition of the lime juice is a delightful change for green beans-very refreshing! From 3 Guys from Miami. Enjoy!!! -- posted by Mrs.Jack

Taxi Stand Jerk Chicken With Pineapple Mango Salsa

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:09:43 -0400

This recipe for jerk sauce is courtesy of Ray's Hideaway Restaurant and Taxi Stand, Montego Bay, Jamaica. It's fiery, but not incendiary, full of flavor, and worth the effort to make it. I got the recipe from The Early Show on CBS. The chicken needs to marinate 4-8 hours so start early. :D -- posted by Sharon123

Cuban Black Bean Soup a La Beckstrom

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:10:42 -0500

My take on Cuban-style black bean soup -- posted by Chris Beckstrom

Rum Punch

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:48:26 -0500

This is my favorite drink recipe. We are always asked to bring this to parties. This recipe makes about a gallon of punch. Be careful, it can really sneak up on you. -- posted by CookinMommy

Cuban Flank Steak and Pepper Stew

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 01:26:40 -0500

This recipe is how I found out I like Cuban food, a lot. My husband, who is Colombian, loved this also. I just have to hide from him the fact that after cooking for a couple of hours the onions and peppers are discarded and new ones put in for the final simmer. He would find this wasteful, but it adds to the taste and texture of the dish. Don't be afraid of the rather large list of ingredients, the recipe is really easy, and oh so delicious. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Tia's Spicy Bean Stew

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:35:12 -0500

I saw a similar recipe years ago and tweaked it so much that it has become a household staple when I'm in a hurry. You can tone down the heat a bit by using diced tomatoes with green chilis instead of with jalapeno. Also please note that you can heat this on medium heat and then simmer 25-30 minutes if your in a hurry. I tend to let it simmer for a few hours or place in my crockpot. Enjoy! -- posted by Lazy Chef 2

Caribbean Black Beans

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:15:23 -0500

A favorite that requires minimal prep, but delivers maximum flavor in a sophisticated dish. Serve over rice, topped with Mango Salsa. -- posted by Lizzymommy

Mango Salsa

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:16:11 -0500

This Salsa is an amazing topper to my Caribbean Black Beans, but it is also delicious on its own! Mangoes are the base for a sauce that manages to tantalize all the taste buds; sweet, sour, spicy, and pungent. -- posted by Lizzymommy

Marinated Red Snapper

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:57:13 -0500

From "Caribbean Carnival", Good Food Magazine, February 1987. Prep time does not include 1-1/2 hours to marinate. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Mango Agua Fresca

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:53:20 -0400

This is a light, refreshing drink very popular in central America. A great thirst quencher! The recipe was inspired by Maria Gonzales, a street food vendor and Whole Planet Foundation borrower, who lives in León, Nicaragua, via the Whole Foods store. -- posted by Sharon123

Sauce for Tostones

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:36:05 -0400

This is sauce for tostones, sometimes called mojo. its very good and mostly the measurements are by taste. i didnt learn with exact measures, so it just depends on what you like. there are many ways to make this. this is just one way i learned. here is just how i make it. *measurements not exact* -- posted by xoxnic0lexox

Fresh Pineapple Infused Vodka

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:38:30 -0400

The vodka is infused with fresh pineapple. Bon Appetit, June 2005. For pineapple martinis, mix 3 parts pineapple vodka and 1 part apricot nectar in a large cocktail shaker filled with crushed ice. Shake and strain into chilled Martini glasses. -- posted by swissms

Tropical Pineapple Salad

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:30:11 -0400

A Caribbean inspired fruit salad from British tv chef Gary Rhodes. Cooking time is actually the chilling time. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Bahama Mama Sunrise Cocktail

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:02:03 -0400

A yummy sounding Caribbean inspired cocktail. Sounds perfect for a summer's evening. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Tropical Fruit Breakfast for One

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:53:56 -0400

This is what I threw together for breakfast this morning and it was really good. It is also very healthy so that is a winning combo for me. I use Greek yogurt but I know not everybody has access to that so I added the alternative low fat yogurt to the ingredients list. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Caribbean Conch Chowder

Sun, 17 May 2009 02:50:06 -0400

Conch are readily available here, along with great big whelks, from the shrimpers who catch them in their nets. I love this chowder because it uses those, oh so hot & delicious, Caribbean hot peppers. This recipe is from www.globalgourmet.com. -- posted by Buster's friend

Mango Chow

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:26:12 -0400

This is a simple snack, common in Trinidad and Tobago (Caribbean). Posted for ZWT5. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Spicy Vegetable Soup - Diablo Style

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:27:01 -0400

Found this on the real cajun recipes site. Posting for Zaar World Tour V for the French Cajun portion. Sarah Howell is the chef and this is her quote:This is a sorta spicy, warm, filling soup that is great on those chilly winter night's here is Louisiana -- posted by Lazy Chef 2

Ginger Lemonade

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:27:32 -0400

Recipe typical of Trinidad and Tobago, found on Islandfave.com. Posted for ZWT5. Super simple and sounds delicious. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Buss-Up-Shut and Roti Bread

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:41:23 -0400

Found this and am posting for Zaar World Tour 5. CaribSeek recipes...by Dave DeWitt and Mary Jane Wilan When any of the griddle breads are ripped apart for dipping in curries, they are called "buss-up-shut," vernacular for "burst-up-shirt," because they resemble torn-up cloth. When left whole, they are stuffed with any curried meat, seafood, or vegetables and rolled up in the manner of a burrito. -- posted by Lazy Chef 2

Plantain Baked in Orange Juice (Trinidad)

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:41:57 -0400

the original of this recipe was found on the trinigourmet.com website. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Jamaican Stuffed Cho-Cho

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:44:07 -0400

"Cho-Cho" is the Jamaican name for the squash like fruit of the Sechium eduli vine. It joins the myriad names this vegetable is known by. Depending on where you live, you will know it as chayote, christophene, mirliton, susu, or chuchu. By any name, it is a delcious and versatile vegetable. -- posted by TxGriffLover

Cucumber Salad

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:55:44 -0400

The Caribbean, Cucumber Salad. Posting for ZWT. Recipe from www.globalgourmet.com Cooking time is chill time. -- posted by daisygrl64

Tropical Gazpacho Fruit Soup (Puerto Rico)

Tue, 19 May 2009 02:00:10 -0400

This unusual recipe was found on recipehound.com. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Pineapple Orange Smoothie - Caribbean Style

Tue, 19 May 2009 16:24:00 -0400

In the Caribbean, an array of tropical fruits are used in a variety of drinks. This pineapple orange smoothie is great to cool off with on a hot summer day. Found online at About.com. -- posted by diner524

Puerto Rican Mamposteao Rice

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:28:33 -0400

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! -- posted by Nif

Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:33:55 -0400

Posting for ZWT5. This recipe is from www.recipeisland.com under Trinidad & Tobago. Time and serving size is an est. -- posted by Queen Dana

Cuban Goulash

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:58:13 -0400

Posted for ZWT5 for safekeeping . Serve with rice or egg noodles, a salad, and crusty bread. If you want more heat, feel free to add a pepper of some sort. I also wonder if you want it more sweet if you could not use regular bananas or pineapple? -- posted by WiGal

West Indes Baked Bananas - Guineos Al Horno

Wed, 20 May 2009 01:42:13 -0400

From Foods with a Foreign Flavor textbook - posted for ZWT5. -- posted by NELady

Cuban Ham, Rice and Black Bean Casserole

Wed, 20 May 2009 01:56:29 -0400

From Foods with a Foreign Flavor textbook - posted for ZWT5. -- posted by NELady

Bahamian Peas and Rice

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:14:04 -0400

Various versions of this dish are made throughout the Caribbean. You could easily make this a vegetarian dish by omitting the bacon. 1 teaspoon dried basil and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme may be substituted for the fresh herbs. From the Barbecue Bible. -- posted by Chocolatl

Sauteed Collard Greens

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:27:59 -0400

Feel free to substitute turnip greens. This recipe has been posted to accompany my Recipe #373109 and Recipe #373203...they complement each other so well! But this recipe is a nice alternative to the traditional southern cooked collard greens loaded with bacon fat. -- posted by breezermom

Peas N Rice (Bahamas)

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:02:37 -0400

This recipe was found on the internet site, recipeisland.com. It calls for pigeon peas, but it's possible (with some change in flavor) to use as a substitute either kidney beans or black-eyed peas. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Cuban Steak With Garlic Citrus Marinade and Salsa Recipe

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:11:21 -0400

Found this online at cdkitchen.com. Posting for ZWT. This sounds like it would make a wonderful steak!! -- posted by diner524

Honey-Baked Plantain Rolls (St. Vincent -- Caribbean)

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:11:27 -0400

This recipe was found on the internet wetsite recipeisland.com. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Ernest Hemingways Conch (Mussel) Salad

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:35:37 -0400

The island Bimini in the Bahamas is proud of a certain famous fisherman. Around here, Ernest Hemingway caught the Blue Marlin, which inspired him to write about the large fish in his bestseller "The Old Man And The Sea". A rumour says that this mussel salad was one of the favourite meals of the Nobel prize-winner. Be careful - this salad is spicy and makes you very thirsty. Posted for ZWT5, taken from "Dine Around The World". Preparation time does not include chilling time (around an hour). -- posted by Karen Elizabeth

Finger Bananas With Cheese

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:08:59 -0400

Ohhhh so good & good for you. -- posted by Jackie #6

Chilled Avocado Soup

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:25:20 -0400

A delicious soup for hot summer months from the caribbean, without to many ingredients, easy to make. time does not include 1 hour chilling -- posted by MarraMamba

Baked Rum Bananas

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:42:19 -0400

The Spanish carried bananas with them to the New World in the 1500s, planting the root corms in Central America and the Caribbean islands, where they flourished. With its proximity to Cuba, the Florida Keys encountered the fruit long before the mainland did. Bananas weren't formally introduced to Americans until the 1878 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition, where, wrapped in foil, they were sold for 10 cents each. From "The Florida Keys Cookbook" and posted for ZWT5. -- posted by FloridaNative

Trinidad and Tobago Doubles (Chickpea Snack Sandwich)

Thu, 21 May 2009 02:19:07 -0400

This is either for brekkie or after a good "lime" which means hanging out at night, often served by vendors as a midnight snack. Adapted from Sweet Hands: Island Cooking from Trinidad & Tobago by Ramin Ganeshram. prep time includes the hour for letting dough rest while you do other things. It does not including the extra rising time. You can make the filling while the dough rests -- posted by MarraMamba

Caribbean Jerk Chicken With Pineapple-Cilantro Rice

Fri, 22 May 2009 01:38:36 -0400

This spicy chicken dish will take you right back to islands! The heat of the jerk seasoning is complemented by the fresh, light flavors in the rice dish, served cold. Chill some Red Stripe or throw some rum in the blender and you've got the perfect simple barbeque! The jerk seasoning (minus the brown sugar) can be doubled and the excess stored in an airtight jar for another use. -- posted by TinyBubbles

Tropical Smoothies

Fri, 22 May 2009 02:13:40 -0400

This is such a yummy smoothie recipe. Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa, created these. You can play around with different fruits but I really love the tropical spin on these smoothies. Note: When mangos and papayas are ripe, they will actually smell ripe and will be soft to the touch. -- posted by LifeIsGood

Sorbet Caribe

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:50:14 -0400

A simple sorbet, reminicent of the Carribean. From Sundays at Moosewood. -- posted by Katzen

Adult Fruit Salad -- Alcoholic (Martinique -- Caribbean)

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:54:04 -0400

This recipe was found on the internet at recipeisland.com. Preparation time INCLUDES the peeling, slicing & dicing of the fruit, but NOT the hour needed for the fruit to chill. Although this recipe should make 6 servings, it could make much less if someone decides to 'drink' it! -- posted by Sydney Mike

Trinidad Mango Salsa

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:54:14 -0400

A very simple caribbean salsa which can be stored for up to a month and used as a condiment on vegetables or fish, or just serve it with chips. Not for the faint of heart (or should I say heat!) Of course, the heat depends on the size and heat of your chili. From Sundays at Moosewood. -- posted by Katzen

Caribbean Sherbet Smoothie

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:01:21 -0400

Posted for ZWT5. A nice blend of tropical flavors with a lemon sherbet base. -- posted by BakinBaby

Pork Tenderloin Cubano

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:14:02 -0400

I love Cuban cuisine for its blend of Spanish, African and Carribbean cooking styles and flavors. This is one of those recipes that requires simple preparation the night before and then goes on the grill or in the oven for a quick but delicious meal. From "Home Cooking with the Uncommon Gourmet" by Ellen Helman. -- posted by acerast

Caribbean Rice Salad

Sun, 24 May 2009 02:49:51 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From Chef Michele Stalnaker, a consultant for Pasquales Restaurant and The Char in Beckley, WV, recipe on http://www.register-herald.com/features/local_story_323202448.html. Preparation time includes 24 hours of refrigeration before serving. -- posted by KateL

Watermelon Papaya Batido -- Shake (Cuba -- Caribbean Islands)

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:40:55 -0400

This recipe was found on the melindalee.com website as Caribbean Milk Shakes. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Roasted Pineapple, Basil, Serrano and Saffron Salsa

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:40:48 -0400

Bon Appetit, March 2005. Tumeric and saffron gives this salsa a golden hue. -- posted by swissms

Mango Lime Syrup

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:26:18 -0400

A yummy tropical syrup that can be poured over ice cream or cakes, or add club soda or your favorite mixer for a delightful drink! -- posted by Sharon123

Sunny & Hot! Salsa (Pineapple Mango Kiwi Salsa)

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:29:08 -0400

During ZWT5, I made ALOT of salsa... and was inspired today based on ingredients at hand to make this one up. Sweet and hot, it's pretty good, if I have to say so myself! I was struggling with whether to add cilantro, but opted not... might not be a bad addition, though! -- posted by Katzen

Tropical Twister Smoothies

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:11:13 -0400

A great tasting family breakfast smoothie that is also good for you; add the rum for an adult version, if you like. You can sub strawberries for the mango and papaya to make strawberry pineapple banana smoothies. Yum..... -- posted by BecR

Jamaicanned Sweet Potatoes and Corn Bake

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:55:20 -0400

This is an easy Jamaican-inspired side dish made with canned veggies (hence the name). It goes well with any savory meat dish, but especially well with a sweet and spicy Jamaican meatloaf. -- posted by CookETC

Island Style Rice and Beans

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:17:07 -0400

I found this on a OAMC website, which credits Healthy Meals in Minutes for this recipe. This was pretty easy, and nummy. This could also probably be made in a rice cooker (especially after thawing a frozen batch). I did the stovetop cooking for my two batches separately, since I was baking one batch for dinner and freezing the second. This worked out well for me. -- posted by CraftScout

Mango Raita

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:50:42 -0400

This interesting variation on Raita is from Barbados and is taken from a cookbook published by the Canadian Women's Club of Barbados. -- posted by Dan-Amer #1

Papaya Sorbet from Barbados

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:50:46 -0400

This interesting recipe is taken from a cookbook published by the Canadian Women's Club of Barbados. Cooking time is freezing time. -- posted by Dan-Amer #1

Veggies! Latin Black Beans

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:55:21 -0400

My kids love black beans and rice, but hate vegetables. Little do they know there are more veggies in this recipe than beans! :) -- posted by Karina A

My Mom's Jamaican Style Carrot Juice

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:42:54 -0500

I've looked up several carrot juice recipes and none were quite the same as the one my mother used to make for us growing up. It's most popular in the Caribbean around the holidays and can double as an adult beverage with the addition of your favorite alcohol (namely rum or guinness). It has a milk base with spices like vanilla and nutmeg, so it's definitely not a carrot juice for those looking for health, but hey, there are carrots involved! Obviously you may need to double, triple or quadruple your recipe to make enough for several people, but I chose to explain it in relation to the blender's capacity, since a regular blender can't hold a 5 pound bag of carrots. -- posted by PunzeePuss