Recipezaar: Caribbean,Vegetarian recipes

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

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

Jamaican Wet Jerk Rub

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:22:20 -0500

Authentic and easy. Rub it on pork, chicken, or beef and serve with rice and warm flour tortillas for a great meal. -- posted by 2Bleu

Banana Egg Rolls With Custard Sauce

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 01:25:17 -0500

Oh my goodness, this gets me hankerin' for some sweet dessert! You can add chocolate(I personally like dark chocolate) or/and crystallized ginger, both sound amazing! I have not made this yet, putting it here for safekeeping. Adapted from Friedas. -- posted by Sharon123

Ginger Brew Float

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:29:19 -0500

Ginger beer, cardamom, crystallized ginger, and vanilla ice cream-YUM! Cooking time is freezing time. I adapted this from the ginger people. -- posted by Sharon123

Traditional English Cumberland Rum Butter

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:46:51 -0500

A lightly spiced butter, laced with dark rum - this traditional old recipe originates from the county of Cumberland in the Lake District of Northern England. In Cumberland, rum butter served with oatcakes or buttermilk scones were given to friends who called at the house to see a new baby. In turn they would leave a silver coin, and on the day of the christening, when the butter bowl was empty, the coins were placed in it. A sticky bowl, with plenty of coins sticking to it, meant that the child would never be wanting. The saying goes...... Butter symbolizes the richness of life, sugar the sweetness of life and rum, the spirit of life. Cumberland rum butter is traditionally served with Christmas pudding and mince pies; it also makes a wonderful gift for any new parents or to give throughout the festive season. -- posted by French Tart

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

Larry's Mojito Cake

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 01:32:21 -0500

Courtesy of Cookie Madness.net, Anna and Larry. Saw this on A Taste of Cuba.com and I thought it sounded very interesting - so am sharing. -- posted by Manami

Ginger Coconut Rice

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:47:00 -0500

Ginger Coconut Rice is a great alternative to plain white rice. It pairs very well with Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry. This recipe comes from Out of the Frying Pan. -- posted by Doc's Mom

Carrot Fritters Golden Rock Estate

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:51:32 -0500

This recipe is from Gourmet magazine, March 1989's feature article on the Carribean Island of Nevis. These little fritters were featured on the menu of the Golden Rock Estate, an historic sugar mill turned into a 'lux' resort. These are excellent with cocktails. You can make them an hour or so ahead and then reheat for service. I serve them with a mayonnaise/hot sauce dip on the side. -- posted by Chef Regina V. Smith

Key Lime Coconut Dip for Fruit Kabobs

Wed, 07 May 2008 19:41:24 -0400

This is from the IGA Occasion magazine. I love Key Lime pie yogurt so I think this would be good. -- posted by WiGal

Spicy Tropical Fruit Chutney

Fri, 30 May 2008 14:58:50 -0400

This, we made to serve with the "Swordfish Skewers With Escoveitch Tartar Sauce!" Chef Bradford Thompson created this recipe to balance some of the fiery Jamaican dishes he likes to cook at home. It is made with a mix of fresh mango, papaya and pineapple, and it is delicously sweet and delicately spicy. F&W Magazine, June 2008 edition, from - Real Flavor Of Jamaica: A Fast & Fabulous Road Trip. -- posted by Manami

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

Spanish Olive and Molasses Spread

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 21:20:21 -0400

Similar to a tapenade, you can spread this on any fish fillet or chicken, wrap in a foil pouch, and grill. This green-and-red flecked spread looks particularly pretty over a pink salmon fillet. It can also be used as a snack spread on crispy flat bread or crackers. From the "Caribbean Light" cookbook. -- posted by ~Jen~

Nutmeg Syrup

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 21:20:50 -0400

Warm nutmeg syrup tastes great drizzled over frozen vanilla yogurt, pancakes or waffles. The longer you heat the sugar-water mixture, the more the liquid evaporates - and the thicker, more concentrated the syrup. There is a point of no return, however, when you end up with hard, brittle, pseudo-candy, so don't walk away from the stove when preparing this. If you want a really dark-colored syrup, use dark brown sugar; for a golden, maple syrup shade, use light brown sugar. From the "Caribbean Light" cookbook. -- posted by ~Jen~

Mango Mojito Pie

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:12:02 -0400

From Splenda -- posted by Sue L

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

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

Alcaparrado - Puerto Rican Olive & Pepper Mix

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:08:18 -0400

This recipe is used in conjunction with my Recipe #315833. This mixture is used to add robust flavor to the dish with a true Puerto Rican flair. This mixture is also fabulous when used on Muffaletta Sandwiches or on Bruschetta that has been toasted and rubbed with a raw garlic clove. -- posted by Humble Bee

Puerto Rican Adobo Marinade

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:09:06 -0400

This recipe is used in conjunction with my Recipe #315833. The Adobo Marinade is used to marinate the chicken overnight to impart a true Puerto Rican flavor and make the chicken very tender and juicy. -- posted by Humble Bee

Saoco - Refreshing Rum Drink

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:10:42 -0400

From "Miami Spice: The New Florida Cuisine." Traditionally, saoco (sa-OH-ko) is made with the water (clear liquid) of a green coconut. Here in Orlando, coconut water is available in cans like soda. -- posted by ~Jen~

Caribbean Beans and Rice

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:16:16 -0400

This is a spicy dish with a sweet/buttery bananna topping. Different but delicious! It comes from the "Bean Banquets" cookbook. -- posted by bakedapple42

Mean Green Cucumber Juice

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:38:26 -0500

A Jamaican recipe made by Sunny Anderson on Cooking for Real. Some reviewers on another website recommend adding a twist of lime at the end and decreasing the amount of sugar from 2 cups down to 1 cup (but I will leave those choices up to you). Sunny also said that she has added vodka to this beautiful, bright green juice for a wonderful adult cocktail. -- posted by JanuaryBride

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

Curried Chickpeas over Rice

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:33:00 -0500

This is a wonderful way to serve garbanzo beans, AKA chickpeas. This dish has a rich tomato-cream sauce with a Caribbean flare. Serve with mildly flavored veggies. Fry very ripe plantains and add to you meal for a wonderful sweet and salty combo. Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stove by mixing the rice and curried chickpeas, or reheat in toaster oven or microwave. Special Notes: Use soymilk or coconut milk if you are unable to find coconut cream. Beware - "cream of coconut" is sweet, and should not be used in this dish. -- posted by Chef Ri

Prohibition Mary Pickford Cocktail

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:36:02 -0500

Along with her husband, Douglas Fairbanks, the golden-haired Mary Pickford was at the pinnacle of the first generation of movie royalty. This 1920s Cuban concoction does her honor. http://www.prohibitionrepeal.com/history/cocktails.asp -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Coconut Green Beans

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:15:01 -0500

Quick, easy side dish with a subtle kick. * I originally found this recipe in Jane Kirby's Glamour's Gourmet on The Run (1987), and have since simplified it and reduced the number of ingredients (I'm a cheap college student)--but I recommend checking out the original, which includes cooking with a bay leaf and mustard seeds. -- posted by A. Deume

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

Belizean Rice and Beans

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:29:40 -0500

For my honeymoon, I went to Belize. As a vegetarian, I appreciated that every restaurant offered this dish. Besides being a complete protein, it tastes amazing and is simple to make! This version of the dish is credited to Elvi's Kitchen in Ambergris Caye. -- posted by The Bad Cook

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

Vegan Arroz Con Gandules

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:53:13 -0500

Rice with pigeon peas! A favorite of mine growing up in a Puerto Rican home :) again, I'm only a 16 year old guy trying not to starve due to a carnivore mom so cut me some slack! **The nutritional value Recipezaar calculated is COMPLETELY off. trust me.* -- posted by Matteo.

Rummilicious

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:09:22 -0500

Accidental find that is refreshing and crisp. Low calorie since Fresca has zero calories. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Caribbean Twice Fried Plantains

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:59:26 -0500

Plantains are a member of the banana family, but catch them a little before they are ripe and they become a kid pleasing savory snack similar to French Fries. My 8 year old loved these, so we were pleasantly surprised when she gobbled them up. My daughter likes these sans sauce, but my Husband and I love them with Recipe #356610 This recipe is from Family Fun Magazine. Don't let all the steps scare you, they are very easy to make! -- posted by ~Leslie~

Five-Fruit Smoothies

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:15:01 -0500

Serve straight for kids and given a kick with a dash of something sparkling for the grown-ups. -- posted by English_Rose

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

King of Kingston Cocktail

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:18:15 -0400

A tasty sounding cocktail inspired by Jamaica. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

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

Puerto Rican Lime Meringue Pie

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:50:22 -0400

Received via email (thanks Myrtle Killian!). This sounds like it would be so tart & refreshing when the weather is hot & humid - coming soon so stashing for summer entertaining. Will try with the tiny little key limes when they are available. They are fiddly but oh so good! -- posted by Buster's friend

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

Blueberry Mint Madness Mojito

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:41:49 -0400

SO tasty and easy too; they turn out so pretty an pink. Recipe from Sugar Creek Gardens in Kirkwood, MO. -- posted by JanuaryBride

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

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

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

Pineapple Pop 'em Balls

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:54:48 -0400

Here's a quick and healthy dessert or snack with flavours from the Caribbean. I'm adding this recipe for ZWT5 and haven't prepared it myself yet so I'm not sure how many balls it makes. This recipe comes from the Vegetarian Passport Cookbook by Linda Woolven. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

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

Cuban Bean Salad

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:58:13 -0400

Cuban cuisine is a fusion of Spanish, African and Caribbean cuisines and closely resembles that of other Caribbean nations such as Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and Panama of Central America. While various parts of the island were influenced by many different immigrants, the Cuban cuisines developed locally, from the influences and demographics specific to each area. Prep time = cook time. Recipe from www.tasteofcuba.com/courtesy of Kraft Foods and posted for ZWT5. -- posted by FloridaNative

Caribbean Black Bean and Fruit Salad

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:29:05 -0400

A real twist to the traditional fruit salad, this Dole recipe will broaden your tastes. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Pineapple-Plantain Fritters

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:29:38 -0400

A tropical twist on the traditional fritter. Crunchy, fresh and delicious, I hope you like it. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Brown Sugar and Rum-Glazed Pineapple With Coconut (Cook's Illust

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:42:22 -0400

From The America's Test Kitchen Cookbook. I haven't tried it yet. -- posted by Debbie R.

Jamaican Jerk-Spiced Tempeh Nuggets

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:51:32 -0400

This combination of spices is popular in Jamaica and adds that this vegetarian and vegan tempeh recipe could be served either as an hors d'oeuvres or as a main dish. I imagine that this could easily be transferred to chicken breast cubes for an omni version -- posted by KristinV

Healthy Caribbean Stew

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:53:28 -0400

This spicy bean stew reheats well so it can be made ahead and refrigerated until needed for mealtime. Add meat for an omni-version. -- posted by KristinV

Dominican Moro De Habichuelas Negras

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:54:17 -0400

Similar to Puerto Rican and Cuban, rice and beans. This is the version from the Dominican Republic where it is a staple dish for Christmas. We also make the same with red kidney beans. Try to boil your own beans instead of using the canned type. I find it makes a great difference. Just put about 2-3 cups of raw beans in 4-5 cups of water, hard boil for 10 minutes, then boil over very low heat for 4-6 hours until the bean can be easily be squeezed between your fingers. Then you can freeze or refrigerate them in its own water. When using them for the rice use the same water they were boiled in, much more flavorful. -- posted by KristinV

Jerk Style Black Beans

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:54:54 -0400

Yummy and easy dish for veg*ns and omni's alike! -- posted by KristinV

Molasses Spice Cookies With Dark Rum Glaze

Tue, 19 May 2009 18:22:11 -0400

From the America's Test Kitchen cookbook, same folks as cooks illustrated. They point out that if you dip your hands in water when rolling the dough into balls, it helps keep it from sticking to your hands. Also helps the sugar stick to the dough. Time does not include time to cool. -- posted by Debbie R.

Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:07:04 -0400

From Jamaicans.com; I haven't tried it yet. -- posted by Debbie R.

Caribbean Boniato Mash

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:14:24 -0400

Boniato is a Caribbean sweet potato. This recipe comes from the book How to Grill, The Complete Illustrated Book of Barbecue Techniques by Steven Raichlen. -- posted by Babzy

Bolo Di Mahishi -- Corn Pudding (Curacao -- Caribbean)

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:17:44 -0400

This recipe comes from the website recipeisland.com. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Plantain Fritters (Caribbean)

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:55:08 -0400

The original of this slightly tweaked recipe was found on the internet at the recipeisland.com. -- posted by Sydney Mike

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

Butter Cookies (St. Martin -- Caribbean)

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:13:45 -0400

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

Plantain Casserole (St. Lucia -- Caribbean)

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:23:05 -0400

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

Pupusas With Variations

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:42:54 -0400

This is from whats4eats.com. I haven't tried it yet. Thie site had a lot of great variations on this treat from El Salvador. Times are guesstimates. You can make vegan papusas by using a bean, potato and/or chili pepper filling. Whatever filling you choose to make from those listed below, you will need one cup of it to fill the breads. -- posted by Debbie R.

Jamaican Rice and Peas

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:23:23 -0400

This is a traditional and spicy side dish. The "peas" in Jamaica refer to beans, kidney beans in this recipe. Scotch bonnet is one of the hottest peppers. If you don't want this to be quite as spicy, you could use habanero or jalapeno peppers. From Food & Wine. Enjoy! -- posted by LifeIsGood

Caramelized Pineapple Sundaes With Coconut

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:23:57 -0400

This dessert treat uses fat-free vanilla frozen yogurt, but you could substitute vanilla ice cream if you prefer. The flavors of coconut and the carmelized pineapple create a delicious topping. This is best when fresh pineapple is used. Sometimes you can find already peeled and cored pineapple in the produce department. From Food & Wine. -- posted by LifeIsGood

Sweet Potato and Onion Soup

Thu, 21 May 2009 10:13:11 -0400

This simple recipe uses the sweet potato with its distinctive flavour and colour as the base for a delicious soup with a hint of orange and coriander. Taken from "What's Cooking : Potatoes" The recipe calls for the soup to be pureed, and the addition of yoghurt. I don't do this as we prefer chunky soups, so in fact, I stop at the end of Step 4! I squeezed fresh oranges for the orange juice. -- posted by Karen Elizabeth

Besitos De Coco (Old Fashioned Coconut Kisses Candy)

Fri, 22 May 2009 02:13:14 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From ElBoricua.com, a Puerto Rican food site. -- posted by KateL

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

Mango Banana Daiquiris

Fri, 22 May 2009 02:14:04 -0400

Take me back to the Caribbean! Ripe mangoes are important for that Caribbean flavor, buy them in advance and allow them to ripen. The mango flavor is balanced by banana, lime juice and dark rum. Yum! Credit goes to Ina Garten. -- posted by LifeIsGood

Lindas Rice 'n' Beans

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:49:57 -0400

Chilli heat tempered with coconut milk is the essence of Caribbean cooking. This dish is lovely with a simple avocado and tomato salad, drizzled with vinaigrette. This could also be made with ordinary burgers, or tofu cubes. Posted for ZWT5, taken from Linda McCartneys "World Of Vegetarian Cooking". -- posted by Karen Elizabeth

Quick Coconut Bread

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:50:06 -0400

An easy bread, likened in flavour to putting a straw in a coconut! Of course, using fresh coconut to grate and make the coconut milk is devine if you have the time. (Note that you need to prepare coconut milk from the coconut meat, not just use what is poured from the coconut.) You might wish to top this with a lime glaze. From Sundays at Moosewood. -- posted by Katzen

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

Bacardi Rum Balls

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:08:31 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From ElBoricua.com, Puerto Rican cooking site. -- posted by KateL

Almond Cigar

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:09:24 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From tasteofcuba.com, recipe provided by Havana Club. -- posted by KateL

Rock Bun

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:11:37 -0400

This is for Zaar World Tour 5 from Jamaicans.com for the Caribbean region. The recipe didn't say how many buns it should yeild or how long to bake it for, so I had to guess. -- posted by Studentchef

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

Jerked Honey Rum Glaze

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:27:41 -0400

Easy tasty Caribbean glaze for meat. What's better than that? :) posted for ZWT5 -- posted by Pneuma

Char-Grilled Pineapple With Jerked Honey Rum Glaze

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:27:56 -0400

A taste of Caribbean courtesy of my friend, Aisha. Very easy! Check my recipes for the Jerked honey rum glaze. -- posted by Pneuma

Char-Grilled Squash With Jerk Honey Rum Glaze

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:39:57 -0400

A taste of Caribbean courtesy of Aisha. Posted for ZWT5. Check my recipes for the Jerked honey rum glaze. -- posted by Pneuma

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

Apple Pudding With Bacardi Rum (Cuban)

Sun, 31 May 2009 19:53:45 -0400

This is from the "Old Havana Cookbook". I haven't made it yet. -- posted by Debbie R.

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

Caribbean Cabbage and Coconut

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:10:51 -0400

Found this in The Seattle Times (they apparently got it from The Miami Herald, LOL) - the article lauded the health benefits of coconut oil in spite of its rather high saturated fat level & then suggested either canola (blech!) or coconut oil for the dish. Me? I use coconut or peanut oil for high temps or more neutral flavors & olive oil otherwise. I was drawn to the cabbage in the recipe as we are in the process of harvesting our cabbage patch. Can't use all of it for sauerkraut & cabbage rolls, ya know? -- posted by Buster's friend

Pineapple-Banana Protein Blaster

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:53:18 -0400

Based on a recipe by Michael F. Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., from their book, You on a Diet. I'm a huge fan of this book! And soon to be shrinking in size! :) -- posted by mersaydees

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

Easy Fried Plantains Slices

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:29:23 -0400

So easy, that even the most novice cook can make this. And it is delicious! It is a typical delicasy in Southern Mexico, Central America and the Carribean. It is best to choose plantains (not bananas) that are yellow with black spots (as shown in the picture), as these will be sweet and tender and will fry even more delicious! Enjoy by itself with sour cream or as a side dish (as shown in the picture). -- posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas

Cuban Black Bean Patties With Pineapple Rice

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:36:09 -0400

Cooking Light, MARCH 2007 -- posted by dicentra

Becky's Tropical Hot Buttered Rum Sauce

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:27:29 -0400

This sauce is fantastic, if I do say so myself! Try it over pancakes, waffles, sliced bananas, puddings, or ice-cream. It's good over just about anything--YUM!!! -- posted by BecR

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

Sofrito

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:22:41 -0400

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 -- posted by Chef Jayeff

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

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

Cuban Black Beans

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:42:41 -0400

A great recipe for Cuban-style black beans. To be served over white rice. -- posted by Chef #1403626

Cuban Black Beans

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:47:59 -0400

A great recipe for Cuban-style black beans. To be served over white rice. -- posted by Chef #1403626

Sneaky Banana Breakfast Ice Cream

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:26:49 -0500

A great way to get young children and also older adults(and anyone in between) to eat breakfast! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Tommy Mai Tai

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 21:22:51 -0500

Based on a recipe from the box my Tommy Bahama Ultra Premium Rum came in. It reminds us that the Mai Tai was invented in 1944! And here I thought it was invented while I was in college! :) -- posted by mersaydees