Pastelillos are delightful Puerto Rican turnovers with a flaky, homemade dough that envelops a savory filling. The dough is made by combining flour, cold butter, and water, creating a perfect balance of tenderness and crispiness. The classic picadillo filling features ground meat (such as beef or pork) combined with a medley of finely chopped onions, […]
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"Tostones Rellenos de Camarones" is a delectable Puerto Rican dish that marries the crispy charm of tostones with a flavorful shrimp filling. To make this dish, green plantains are fried, flattened, and used as "sandwiches" to encase a savory shrimp mixture. The shrimp filling, infused with garlic, onions, bell peppers, tomato sauce, and spices, adds […]
Hot sauce enthusiasts around the world know that there’s nothing quite like the sensation of that spicy kick that awakens your taste buds. Hot sauces come in a wide range of flavors and heat levels, and whether you prefer a mild, smoky chipotle sauce or a blazing habanero inferno, creating the perfect hot sauce can […]
Puerto Rican Fried Plantains, known as “tostones,” are a beloved and flavorful snack or side dish. This recipe involves slicing green plantains, frying them until lightly golden, flattening them, and frying them again to achieve their signature crispy texture. A sprinkle of salt enhances their savory taste. Tostones are commonly served with a dipping […]
This Mofongo recipe with butter, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and green plantains offers a flavorful twist on the classic Puerto Rican dish. After frying and mashing the plantains, they are combined with minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and butter for a rich and aromatic flavor. The result is a creamy and herbaceous Mofongo that pairs […]
This easy chili recipe is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. It combines ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices for a rich and flavorful chili. Simply brown the beef, sauté onions and garlic, add the rest of the ingredients, and let it simmer to perfection. […]
This simple homemade beef taco recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal option. Ground beef is cooked with onions and garlic, seasoned with taco seasoning, and simmered to perfection. Serve the savory beef filling in taco shells, and top with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, and your favorite toppings like sour cream and salsa. […]
This salsa will go great with anything. Mild or hot, you decide!