My mama’s delicious vegetarian Puerto Rican-inspired chickpeas in sofrito served with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas). This comforting, delicious chickpeas in sofrito recipe is easy to make and packed with over 13g of plant-based protein! The perfect vegan dinner that's great for meal prep.
Homemade Salsa Lizano is a mild salsa to compliment all your meal - a delightful blend of flavors that will elevate any dish.
Food is a central part of the culture in Costa Rica. Here are our 13 Costa Rican Recipes that you can make at home to satisfy your cravings!
These Puerto Rican Alcapurrias make the perfect appetizer or snack! They're made from green plantains and green bananas, stuffed with Puerto Rican style picadillo then deep fried! They have a crispy exterior and a flavorful ground beef stuffing on the inside. You can also make these alcapurrias with crab, shrimp or even chicken!
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Puerto Rican bacalaitos are one of the most flavorful appetizers out there. Easy codfish fritters made with everyday ingredients.
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This Costa Rican ceviche made of fresh fish marinated in lime, red bell pepper, cilantro and onion is a favorite throughout the country- and easy to replicate at home!
A nostalgic and tropical treat.
Pasteles have a long history, but they are still extremely popular in modern-day Latin American cuisine. They are very common at festivals, family gatherings and parties. This is a very labor-inten…
The easiest recipe for Puerto Rican tembleque, a creamy and totally vegan coconut pudding perfect at any time of year!
Sofrito is a base used in traditional Hispanic cooking for stews, beans, and meat.
Our easy and authentic Costa Rican gallo pinto recipe brought to you by our Costa Rican family. Bring a little pura vida to your kitchen
This is a unique Spanish breakfast custard that my Puerto Rican father loved as a child and something my mother made for us as we were growing up. It takes patience to whisk the custard for 25 minutes, but the results are delicious!
The Costa Rican casado is the main meal of the day- it's the perfect lunch! Here are multiple casado recipes for your enjoyment!
Mofongo is a popular Puerto Rican side dish made with fried green plantains mashed by hand together with chicharrones (crispy pork skin) and fresh garlic. It's traditionally served with stews, sauces, or broth, and makes for a super delicious main or side. Because of the crispy texture from the pork rinds, it's best enjoyed fresh!
Looking for delicious and traditional food and drinks to try in Costa Rica? Check out this list of the best things to eat and drink in CR!
Pastelón is a classic Puerto Rican dish made with layers of thinly-sliced plantains, ground beef, and cheese. It's a great casserole to make for a potluck or larger family gathering.
"Budin" or "pudin" is a bread dessert that's very popular in Puerto Rico and the rest of Latin America. Here's an easy budín recipe so you can enjoy this delicious treat in your own home!
Bizcocho Mojadito Puertorriqueño is a staple in every Puerto Rican celebration, especially birthday parties. This cake is spongy, delicious, and soaked in a brandy syrup.
