Recipezaar: Costa Rican,Dinner Party recipes

Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Thu, 14 Mar 2002 17:05:59 -0500

These Quesadillas can be cut into wedges and served as appetizers or can be used whole as a light lunch served with a salad. -- posted by BeckyF

Costa Rican Marinated Mango

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 15:29:52 -0400

This is delicious as a first course for a BBQ, great for a picnic or anytime you want a cool refreshing appetizer, The 20 minutes does not include the cooling time of apprx 1 hour -- posted by Bergy

Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos (Stuffed Zucchini)

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 17:06:45 -0400

I had these several times in Costa Rica and loved them. Great do ahead recipe -- posted by Bergy

Costa Rican Gallo Pinto ( Black Beans & Rice)

Wed, 12 Jun 2002 23:46:46 -0400

This is one good rice & beans recipe - if you wish you can use kidney or other beans, still good -- posted by Bergy

Melodee's Hot Wings

Mon, 15 Jul 2002 07:04:34 -0400

I don't remember where I got this recipe, but I have tweaked it here and there over the years. My family likes this version because it is not sloppy wet like so many others out there. However, this recipe can be served wet too. -- posted by Melodee

Chicken Broiled With Mustard, Herbs, and Breadcrumbs

Wed, 26 Mar 2003 20:03:01 -0500

Another one from the great Julia Child's book 'Mastering The Art of French Cooking.' Can be served hot or cold, it is tasty either way. I recommend reading the directions a few times over before preparing, to avoid confusion when cooking. Julia recommends in the book that this be served with baked whole tomatoes and green beans, and, if you'd like, a chilled rose wine. -- posted by ChipotleChick

A Unique & Yummy Salsa!

Tue, 15 Apr 2003 20:01:25 -0400

I am a a stickler for using fresh ingredients so when my boyfriend from 5 years ago made this up for the first time I cringed! Pardon me for saying so, but if I hadn't have been living with him I never would have eaten it! Hahahaha!!!! The boyfriend is long gone but this is the only salsa I'll eat! If you aren't used to cilantro it may take a few minutes to grow on you - it did me. Give it a chance though. It is seriously yummy!! -- posted by Lottidawe

Mango-Avocado Salsa

Tue, 24 Jun 2003 20:01:02 -0400

This is an easy tropical dish that is full of flavor! I like to serve it with chips, or as a side dish. It would be easy to try slightly different versions by adding lime juice, ginger, pineapple, or jalapenos, depending on your personal taste. If you have any other suggestions, I would love to hear them! Thanks! -- posted by Calla Lily

Mango-Avocado Salad with Lime

Thu, 26 Jun 2003 20:02:36 -0400

This salad is beautiful, refreshing and delicious! I got this from my sister, but originally it came from a cookbook -- I don't know which one. Prep time does not include time to chill before serving. -- posted by Meredith K.

Hearts of Palm Parmesan Salad

Fri, 16 Jan 2004 20:00:34 -0500

This is a Costa Rican salad that I enjoy very much. Use fresh shaved Parmesan not prepared grated. -- posted by Bergy

Sauteed Ripe Plantains

Mon, 16 Feb 2004 20:00:00 -0500

This is a yummy side dish for when you want to try something "different". The hot sauce is our addition but the original recipe excludes it. Either way this is well worth trying and takes very little time to put together -- posted by Tish

Costa Rican Raisin Cake

Fri, 29 Apr 2005 15:48:00 -0400

This cake is a specialty at Cafe Cartago, Commerce City, Colorado -- posted by Mercy

Costa Rican Tilapia

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 21:33:46 -0500

This recipe is from www.tastycooking.com. Authentic Costa Rican dish! -- posted by SouthernBell2627

Sea Bass Ceviche

Tue, 27 May 2008 23:07:44 -0400

I've been a huge fan of shrimp and scallop ceviche for years but on my last trip to Costa Rica I discovered the wonderful sea bass ceviche that they serve in almost every restaurant. I had it every single night while there. It's just wonderful. The recipe calls for letting the fish marinade for 1 hour but I prefer at least 3 hours. I definitely want my fish "cooked". -- posted by sassafrasnanc

Grape Ginger Ale Party Punch

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:01:46 -0500

The grape juice is now heading to the town of Ginger Ale. What will it taste if you mix it together? GREAT for the party and for the whole family. -- posted by Chef #1082505

Absolute Best Chicken Soup

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:20:17 -0500

This is a family recipe I stumbled upon through marriage. It is a Latin-style chicken soup and it is the best I have tasted. Basically, my mother-in-law makes this soup with a few founding ingredients and then throws in whatevers available. Its always good, but I've narrowed it down for myself and you to the best ingredients to use. This recipe is great for serving to a large amount of people. *Note: You use a whole (8-piece cut) chicken if you want to serve 6-8, but if you are serving more than 6, for the purposes of the stock, use only split leg quarters. The recipe is best when fresh ingredients are used, especially cilantro. Don't even bother with the recipe if you don't have fresh cilantro. After the chicken is fully cooked, you can try to fish it out and separate the meat from the bones, but I don't usually bother with it. -- posted by Tabasco Saucy

Lime Chicken Linguine W/Cilantro Cream Sauce & Roasted Zucch

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:11:34 -0500

My husband made this for dinner last night, I don't know where he got the recipe, but man....it was like eating in a 5 star restaurant! Don't let all the steps and ingredients scare you off, this recipe is for the entire meal! The flavour reminded me of being in Costa Rica :) Prep time is marinating time -- posted by ~Leslie~