Recipezaar: Costa Rican,Healthy recipes

Ceviche With Ahi Tuna

Sat, 04 May 2002 16:38:04 -0400

This is my own creation using both modern and traditional ceviche methods. The key of course is fresh fresh Ahi. There's nothing better. Like 'butter'. chef@restaurantbeast.comOne of the reasons that a really terrific Ceviche is , well, really terrific is the type of fish and/or seafood used. It MUST be absolutely of the freshest quality. A friend of mine and his girlfriend were recently in Hawaii and were raving about the quality of the Ahi there. We had a conversation on our foodservice professionals board ( www.restaurantbeast.com )about cryovac Ahi which is harvested in Hawaii and immediately IQF and placed in cryovac so that no oxygen can destroy it's freshness. Rumor has it that Roy Yamaguchi uses this type of Ahi for his restaurant in Palm Dessert (most likely not for his famous in Hawaii). My version is a bit of a cross between two different styles. Shrimp that has been quickly blanched pink, halibut or other sushi-grade fish can also be used in place of the Ahi. -- posted by Top Banana

Avocado Mango Salad

Mon, 03 Jun 2002 20:58:54 -0400

I bruise easily, and Vitamin A is the key. I try to find interesting ways to serve Avocado because it is so rich in Vitamin A. (I don't worry about the fat in Avocado). This goes well as a side dish for Enchiladas, Quesadillas or any Mexican style foods. -- posted by Shannon in VA

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

Green Rice

Fri, 13 Dec 2002 20:01:22 -0500

This recipe was found in the "Cooking Light" magazine. If you enjoy tomatillos, you will enjoy this. -- posted by James Craig

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.

Plantain Soup

Sun, 21 Dec 2003 20:00:30 -0500

I love hispanic food and plantains are one of my favorite things to eat. Here is a unique soup for all you adventurous chefs:) Please do not let your plantains turn yellow-black because they will turn sweet. Must use green plantains. -- posted by Ang11002

Oven Baked Sweet Plantains

Mon, 05 Jan 2004 20:00:04 -0500

MMMM! I love plantains, especially sweet ones. This is a lower fat method of making "maduros" without the use of oil and frying in a pan. -- posted by Ang11002

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

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

Platanos Maduros (Costa Rican Fried Ripe Plantains)

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 20:30:33 -0400

I learned to make these from my friend Adrián Marchena while I spent a semester of college in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. I have not personally made these, but I stood next to him in his kitchen as he gave me step-by-step instructions. These are sweet, and almost dessert-like. You can find plantains in most local supermarkets in the produce section, and they look like bananas, but are more of a vegetable. They are quite frequently eaten by Costa Ricans, or "ticos" with meals that include gallo pinto (rice and black beans) and some meat product. I LOVE these! -- posted by godsjoyfulkid

Simple Beet Salad (Ensalada Russa)

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:17:59 -0400

This is a fairly typical Costa Rican recipe for beet salad using the holy trinity of Costa Rican cooking: Onions, cilantro, and sweet red pepper. Please don't use anything other than fresh beets, it just wont compare. -- posted by Cheerleader

Guadalupe's Guacamole

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:31:40 -0400

The best guacamole you will ever eat. Caution...addictive. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans)

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:22:16 -0400

This recipe was actually posted by TheMom51 in her reply to recipe #78747. I thought I'd post it as a searchable recipe. Her original comment was: Just thought I'd add my Costa Rican daughter-in-law's recipe. It uses the traditional Salsa Lizano (you can order it over the Internet) which is probably why Matoszinho didn't think this recipe was quite right Preparation time does not include time to cook the rice. If you need to cook your rice add an additional 15 minutes to the prep time. -- posted by Chef Johnny Ringo

Costa Rican White Rice

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 23:39:41 -0400

This is the way my suegra used to make rice every day in Costa Rica. -- posted by Chef #795665

Ensalada Palmito Recipe (Hearts of Palm Salad)

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 22:25:26 -0400

A recipe from Costa Rica Guide, this is delicious! I love heart of palm. -- posted by Sharon123