Made in one pot, this shrimp and rice soup is super easy to prepare. In only 30 minutes, you´ll have a delicious hearty soup that the entire family will love. In my beloved Dominican Republic, this dish is called asopado de camarones. The dish is usually consumed during cold, rainy days and made in big batches to feed a crowd,…
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What Is Yuca (Cassava) & How To Cook With It
Learn all about Yuca (Cassava), a delicious root vegetable or tuber that is very popular in Latin cooking. In this simple guide, you’ll discover what is it, where to get it, and how to cut, peel, and prepare it.
Continue ReadingArepitas de Maíz (Cornmeal Fritters)
I’m so excited to share this quick, easy, and absolutely delicious cornmeal fritter recipe with you all! Arepitas de Maíz was one of the very first things I learned to cook, and they are one of my favorite snacks. These fritters are a staple back in the Dominican Republic as well as these delicious Arepitas de Yuca (Yuca Fritters)! They’re…
Continue ReadingArroz con Maiz (Rice and Corn)
When I was a little girl, about 4-5 years old, we had a neighbor, who made the most delicious rice with corn in the whole wide world. I remember how I used to sneak into her house with the excuse of having play dates with both of her daughters (who were my best friends, by the way) just to ask…
Continue ReadingAuthentic Dominican Style Mondongo Soup Recipe: Easy And Delicious Tripe Stew
I love cooking big meals to share with family and friends and most often than not those meals include the dishes that I grew up with back in the Dominican Republic, such as Sancocho and Dominican Spaghetti. This mondongo soup is one of those meals as well. What Is Mondongo? Mondongo is a traditional dish popular in various countries in…
Continue ReadingCelebrating Dominican Cuisine: “The Dominican Kitchen” Book Launch Event
This post recaps the launch celebration of The Dominican Kitchen cookbook, featuring 80+ traditional recipes inspired by Dominican cuisine and culture.
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