There’s nothing like some delicious, crispy, golden tostones to complete a meal—I’ve been eating fried green plantains aka patacones my whole life, and they go with just about everything! Whether you’re pairing them with longaniza frita, pollo guisado, or even scooping up some Asopado de Camarones, tostones are a must in Dominican cooking. But let’s be real—deep frying can be…
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Longaniza Frita – Crispy Dominican Sausage in 12 Minutes
Longaniza frita is one of those dishes that needs almost no introduction in a Dominican household. It’s the crispy, juicy, golden-brown pork sausage that shows up at breakfast, lunch, and dinner without anyone questioning it. Because why would you? The outside gets perfectly crispy, the inside stays rich and savory, and the whole thing is ready in about 12 minutes…
Continue ReadingThe Best Coquito Recipe (Puerto Rican Coconut Rum Cocktail)
Coquito is a traditional Puerto Rican holiday drink made with coconut milk, cream of coconut, rum, and warm spices. Similar to eggnog but with a delicious coconut flavor, this creamy cocktail is especially popular during Christmas celebrations. One of my favorite holiday traditions is Nochebuena (Christmas Eve), when families come together for a night filled with food, drinks, music, and…
Continue ReadingStep-By-Step Almond Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
These almond cupcakes were made for a family and friends gathering some time ago to celebrate Father’s Day. I do not lie when I tell you that the cupcakes were all gone within a matter of minutes, and there were enough cupcakes for everyone to eat twice! The cupcakes are moist and spongy with a bit of crunch from the…
Continue ReadingDominican-Style Beef Picadillo (Carne Molida)
This Dominican-style picadillo, or carne molida, is a savory ground beef dish cooked with bell peppers, onions, garlic, olives, and tomato sauce. It is a staple in many Dominican homes, served over white rice or used as a filling for empanadas and pastelitos.
Continue ReadingAsopao de Camarones (Dominican Shrimp & Rice Soup)
A one-pot Dominican shrimp and rice soup—sazón-forward, comforting, and ready in about 30 minutes.
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