This mouthwatering sandwich is a MUST HAVE. Buttery toasted Cuban bread stacked with crispy ham croquettes (croquetas de jamón), swiss cheese, pickles, and smoked ham slices. What more could one ask for in a sandwich!? What is a Ham Croquette (Croqueta De Jamón)? A croquette … [Read more...] about Croquette Sandwich (Croqueta Preparada)
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Puerto Rican Picadillo (Spiced Ground Beef)
A delicious easy ground beef recipe, that uses Puerto Rican sofrito as its base seasoning and can be used as a filling for pastelillos and alcapurria. This quick picadillo recipe is an absolute must try dinner for those busy weeknights! What is Picadillo? Picadillo is a … [Read more...] about Puerto Rican Picadillo (Spiced Ground Beef)
Pistachio Coquito (Puerto Rican Pistachio Coconut Nog)
Can't get enough of the authentic Puerto Rican coquito? Why not spice it up a bit with this unique amazing twist of the traditional holiday drink! Pistachio makes the perfect combination with this delicious coconut nog! What Exactly is Pistachio Coquito? Pistachio coquito is … [Read more...] about Pistachio Coquito (Puerto Rican Pistachio Coconut Nog)
Coquito (Puerto Rican Holiday Coconut Nog)
Bring Christmas in Puerto Rico to your home with this creamy traditional coquito recipe! This savory coconut and white rum drink mix is perfect for those big family holiday parties! What is Coquito? Coquito is a traditional Puerto Rican drink that is usually made for … [Read more...] about Coquito (Puerto Rican Holiday Coconut Nog)
Cuban Yuca con Mojo (Cassava w/ Garlic Sauce)
Yuca con Mojo makes a perfect appetizer dish or a side to any dinner meals! The combination of the tender soft cassava and garlicky citrus flavored oil will make you keep coming back for more! What Exactly is Yuca? The Caribbean Islands and much of North America describes the … [Read more...] about Cuban Yuca con Mojo (Cassava w/ Garlic Sauce)
Cuban Flan de Coco (Coconut Flan)
This Cuban Flan de Coco (Coconut Flan) is a perfect after-dinner dessert for your friends and family! Coconut tastes fantastic over this traditional Caribbean dessert. How to Make the Best Cuban Flan de Coco This easy coconut flan recipe removes the "baking" nightmares many … [Read more...] about Cuban Flan de Coco (Coconut Flan)
Mofongo con Camarones (Mashed Plantains with Shrimp)
Mofongo con Camarones is a traditional Puerto Rican dish, that is easy to make, and is filled with deliciousness flavor! What is Mofongo? That round yellow ball that resembles some sort of mashed potatoes is mashed fried plantains. Mofongo is a traditional food dish from … [Read more...] about Mofongo con Camarones (Mashed Plantains with Shrimp)
