This is truly the ultimate spicy vegan curry, not because my daughter gave me the recipe, but because it’s delicious beyond words. Now, I am not a vegan by any stretch of the imagination, but this dish would make me a convert if I was so inclined. I honestly think that it is the mixture…
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How to Make Cuban Boliche
Boliche??? What is that? Well… The name in Spanish literally means “bowling”. Yeah, bowling, like the game you play. So, what does bowling have to do with this delicious Cuban dish? Well, now that I think about it, nothing! But, that’s alright! It’s still a phenomenal dish. Boliche is rich in flavor and easy to…
Chicken Tikka Masala and its History
A chicken curry recipe with curious origins Today’s offering? Chicken Tikka Masala, the national dish of the UK! It’s a spin of north Indian food. Punjabi to be exact. What is the difference when you go for south Indian food? The dishes are much less sauce-based. Goa, India also boasts a host of popular, gravy-based…
Black Bean Plantain Empanadas
Black bean plantain empanadas is what you might call an unusual combination of ingredients. It is a perfect vegan dish. I am not a vegan or even a vegetarian by the way, but find these empanadas absolutely irresistible. You can stuff an empanada with just about anything, creativity is your friend. I have adapted this recipe…
Cuban Vaca Frita – Latin Style Flank Steak
Vaca Frita! Fried Cow? Holy Cow!! Vaca Frita, a dish made with flank steak, was brought to the United States by the Cuban immigrants. Its rich flavors and funky name has made it a favorite of Americans, especially in Miami and other southern cities that host a large Cuban population. A diverse cuisine Cuban food…
Panamanian Beef Stew Recipe
Panamanian beef stew, made with natural ingredients, is simply delicious. It’s your tried and true comfort food beef stew with a Latin American twist! Learn how to make this stew with homemade sofrito and recaito for an spicy authentic flavor. The dish also reheats well for a quick meal. Panamanian beef stew is a humble,…
Recaito Recipe: Cilantro Base
Recaito is a seasoning base for beans, rice, soups and stews. (Pronounced: rec eye eee toe) By itself it has a very strong flavor, but added to dishes, it provides a flavorful base. I recently made recaito from scratch at a cooking class I was teaching. One of the attendants wanted to eat it with…
