Central american recipes

A Delicious Cassava (Yuca) Mofongo!

Mofongo is one of those foods that Dominicans love. I have already shared many versions, including a sweet…

Jerk Pork

Traditional Jerk Pork is made with the whole pig. I've been successful, though, with the Pork Shoulder roast. It's advantages are it's is widely…

Belize-Style Red Beans & Rice

Milk rice (Arroz con leche)

A very traditional Dominican dessert

Pescadofongo (Fish mofongo)

An idea that had been on my mind for some time! enjoy! Mofongos are a traditional caribbean dish, but usually made of pork skin.

Cuban Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

An Easter Cheesecake for Dulce de Leche Lovers! Love cheesecake?  Cuban Cuisine presents a new flavour that will make your day! Our dulce de leche…

Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Mango Sauce

This was a real treat. It reminded me of delicious passed appetizer I had at a wedding reception a few years…

Plantain baskets!

Hello friends and fellow foodies!! Today I bring you a true marvel of Neo-Dominican Cuisine. A delicious, beautiful and creative finger food (I…

Pork Taco

This is a great tasty way to use up your leftover pork and have a fun, tasty, anytime meal. Enjoy with Love, Catherine

Cuban Black Bean Soup

It looks like a lot of ingredients, but the second half of the ingredients list is optional toppings. I just use whatever I have on hand, cilantro,…

Jerk Pork

Jerk Pork is best prepared on a grill with the tenderloin served with a pink center.

Caribbean Saltfish (Salted Codfish) Dinner

My saltfish dinner is paired with american sweet potato, dasheen, and sauteed Kale. Saltfish is basic meal…

Savory egg turnover! (Dominican style)

Today I share one of my favorites: egg empanadas!

Red bean rice (Moro de habichuelas rojas)

One of the most traditional Dominican dishes. I used to eat it cold from the fridge! The “red bean moro” is…

Ceviche Tuna Mangotini

This is a great dish I use fresh yellow fin tuna caught in the New England waters in the summer . Lots of my friends have boats and will bring me…