Originally published June 2014. Updated November 2017 by Analida Bistec Encebollado is simply steak and onions. This Puerto Rican dish is outstanding in flavor but also incredibly easy to make. From cube steaks to sirloin, all my friends have a different preference. How could that be? I decided to stick with the tried and true-my beloved…
Main Dishes
This section offers a wide array of dishes, some not overly healthy. They one thing they all have in common, is that for the most part they are easy to make and very tasty.
Authentic Mexican Pork Carnitas
Originally published January 2014. Updated October 2018 by Analida Hola everyone! Slow cooked authentic Mexican pork carnitas is what I am making today. The smell is filling my house and I am getting HUNGRY. I said to myself “I am going through all this trouble, why not blog about it, right?” There is nothing like…
Moroccan Chicken Tagine Recipe
Originally published December 2013. Updated October 2018 by Analida Moroccan Chicken Tagine is a classic North African dish, think stew. Tagine is also the name of the clay cooking vessel pictured below. Make this recipe in a ceramic tagine or slow cooker, read on! The cooking vessel is a shallow with a removable cone-shaped lid that…
The Easiest Coconut Curry Chicken
Originally published September 2014. Updated September 2018 by Analida Sweet coconut steals the show in simple, yet aromatic dish. This curry packs serious flavor and doesn’t require too much prep. Chop, mix, done. If you are feeling adventurous, feel free to add a dash of cayenne for a touch of heat. Coconut curry chicken is…
Authentic Tortilla Espanola – Spanish Potato Pie
Originally published January 2014. Updated September 2018 by Analida. Tortilla Espanola is a simple, delicious dish to enjoy as a main or appetizer. In Spain, it’s a tapas staple (appetizer). At home, we enjoy it with salad greens. Tortilla Espanola consists of 4 basic ingredients: potatoes, onions, eggs and olive oil. Salt and pepper are added to…
Asian Inspired Sweet and Spicy BBQ Ribs
This post has been sponsored by Collective Bias Inc., and its advertisers. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingAmerica #Walmart #CollectiveBias Summer is finally here, and with it comes ribs on the grill, an integral part of summer. And, you know what the best part about this is? There are countless ways to prepare ribs. Today…
How to Make Cambodian Chicken Amok
When you ask anyone in Cambodia what their most typical dish is, you will hear “Amok”. So what is this exotic sounding dish? Basically it is a mouth watering curry dish that is served in a folded up banana leaf shaped like a bowl. Not only is the presentation absolutely gorgeous, but the flavor of…
Sweet and Spicy Peach Bourbon BBQ Ribs
This post has been sponsored by Collective Bias Inc. , and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. It is intended for readers 21 and over. #GetGrillingAmerica #CollectiveBias Oh summer, please hurry up and get here I miss you! I have a pressing need to clean the cobwebs off my grill, fire it up, and…
Pork Loin with Spicy Maple Chutney
If you’re anything like me, you’re probably always looking for new ways to prepare old favorites. So, how does pork loin with spicy maple chutney sound? What exactly is chutney? Well, it’s like a relish of Indian origin that is normally made with fruit, vinegar, and some spices. Because of its flavor combination, it goes perfect with…
Spicy Almond Butter Chicken Curry
Almond butter is one of those ingredients I’ve been thinking about lately. The thought of using it in a curry just seemed so appealing. Any kind of curry is a favorite at our house. So, when the opportunity came up to create a curry using almond butter I jumped at the chance. Spicy almond butter…
Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots
A few years ago, at the university where I work, we had a Moroccan Fullbright student who taught my husband and I how to make a chicken tagine. I was mesmerized by the cooking process, and the results: a delightful flavor, the aroma of my kitchen, and a very tender meat. Ever since, I wanted…
Spicy Beef Puff Pastries – Pastelitos de Carne
Aah! Soft, flaky, mouthwatering puff pastry. Just the mention of this heavenly carbohydrate makes me close my eyes and dream of the endless possibilities, like spicy beef puff pastry appetizers, for example. Pastelitos de carne, as they are called in Latin America, are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks. My family loves them too! You…
Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
Here is a quick and easy weeknight meal for taco Tuesday made with ground pork. Spicy pork tacos with red cabbage slaw made with Vietnamese chili garlic sauce have a nice kick of heat you will love. There is this craft brewery in my town that has the weathered look and feel of a cozy,…
Moroccan Chickpea and Lentil Soup (Harira)
Are you looking for a hearty vegetarian soup that will put “meat” on your bones? Then this Moroccan chickpea and lentil soup (Harira) is just for you. This hearty and easy to make soup is perfect for the cold winter days we are having here in the north. Although I have never made it…
Indonesian Curried Noodles with Shrimp
Make Indonesian curried noodles with shrimp on any given night to add some ethnic flair to your table. I’ve been having a lot of fun lately learning about all the different types of curries throughout Asia. Curry varies from country to country throughout South East Asia. In Indonesia it varies from island to island. So,…
