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Caribbean Chicken Dishes and Recipes

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:00:22 +0000

In the Caribbean, chicken is one of the most popular meats. It's plentiful and inexpensive. I've put together a list of my favorite chicken dishes and recipes - everything from soups, to empanadas, to stewed and baked chicken.

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Coconut Kisses - Besitos de Coco

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:32:59 +0000

Want to make something special for your sweetheart this Valentine's day? Surprise him or her with coconut kisses (besitos de coco). These are my favorite cookies to make for my loved ones. My recipe is simple and easy to make; and can be customized by drizzling with chocolate or rolling in crushed nuts.

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Red Snapper with Island Sauce

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:34:44 +0000

Red Snapper with Island Sauce, or Pescado con Mojo Isleño, can be found in many variations throughout the islands. It's a classic fish recipe traditionally made with red snapper, but other flaky white fish will work in this recipe, too. My recipe is scaled down to make an entrée for two, but can easily be doubled if needed.

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Jibarito - Plantain Sandwich Recipe

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:00:14 +0000

In Puerto Rico, "jibaro" is a reference to the islands rural population. But, in Chicago a jibarito is a

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Jibarito - Plantain Sandwich Recipe originally appeared on About.com Latin Caribbean Food on Monday, January 30th, 2012 at 06:00:14.

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Fried Cheese Balls - Bolitas de Queso

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:42:15 +0000

I love to make these simple fried cheese balls (bolitas de queso) when throwing a party. The tangy sweetness of the guava dipping sauce pairs nicely with the savory cheese. It's the perfect party fritter, appetizer or finger food.

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Pizza Empanadas

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:00:31 +0000

Pizza inspired food and snacks appear to be universal fare, even in the Caribbean. If you have a hankering for pizza, but want something different, try my pizza inspired turnovers. They're stuffed with pepperoni, pizza sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Enjoy them as full-size empanadas (about 10 inches) or scale them down to bite-size empanaditas (about 5 inches) for party hors d'oeuvres or game night snacks.

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Caribbean Condiments

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:46:38 +0000

Throughout the islands there is an array of condiments for everyone's palate. They make awesome dips, spreads and flavor enhancers for all types of food. Here is a list of Caribbean condiments that I like.

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Crab Claws St. Thomas

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:00:11 +0000

Crab Claws St. Thomas is an eye pleasing, tasty dish made with passion fruit butter melted over blue crab claws and served bubbly hot with toasted baguette slices. This recipe makes two servings - perfect for a romantic night in.

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Latin and Caribbean Seasonings

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:10:44 +0000

If your new year's resolution is to learn to cook Latin or Caribbean cuisine, you should familiarize yourself with the basic seasonings that make the cuisine so tasty. Here are the top three seasonings to keep on hand.

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Daisy�s Holiday Cooking: Delicious Latin Recipes for Effortless Entertaining

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 09:22:54 +0000

Here's the latest cookbook by Daisy Martinez written with Chris Styler. It's full of delicious recipes written for a crowd and categorized by holiday theme. The book also provides you with timetables and tips to keep you on schedule. Daisy is brilliant, as usual, but the book seems to be more fusion cuisine than Latin food, but regardless, the recipes in Daisy's Holiday Cooking: Delicious Latin Recipes for Effortless Entertaining are awesome. Decide for yourself; read the review.

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