Cuban Creole Chicken
This chicken is perfect for summer. You will need to marinate the chicken with orange and lemon juice which will give it a great citrus flavor. For some reason, when the summer is around, I’m into adding these fruits in…
Latin Flank Steak
This recipe is one of the traditional Colombian stews with a small twist. Baking the meat at the end to give the meat more structure and texture. I see this kind of meat served in a traditional lunch restaurant, that…
Fritada Ecuatoriana
My husband, being from a city known for their good BBQ ribs, is always curious to try different pork rib recipes. The seasonings used in this recipe are typical of Ecuador. However, the way that these ribs are served is…
Paprika Whole Fish
My husband and I like going to the fish market to get fresh fish pretty frequently. After trying so many types of fish, we always go back and buy rockfish. If you haven’t tried it, I highly recommend it. Rockfish…
3 Little Pigs Meat Pie- Pie Murciano
Living in the United States, I have had the chance to meet people from all over the world. Of course, the best part of living in a melting pot is the ability to exchange recipes with friends and family. One…
Coconut Chicken
This coconut chicken is popular in the coastal region of Colombia. I didn’t grow up eating it (Because I grew up in the interior of Colombia) But it definitely tastes like summer vacation or spring break to me. I hope…
Sweet Corn: Chicken Tinga Tamal
I prefer the tamales that I make at home. They are fresh and that makes a huge difference in the tamal dough. This tamal has my own twist. It’s definitely not a traditional tamal but it is delicious. I added…
Arepa Reina Pepiada- Corn Cake Filled with Shredded Chicken
I love going to Florida because there are so many Latin restaurants. We often strategically plan our meals around activities so we can try them all. Orlando has some of the best Venezuelan and Colombian bakeries and restaurants that I…
White Corn Cake – Arepa Blanca
In Colombia, we have so many kinds of arepas, and it varies by region. This arepa is the most “homie” and “generic” type. It is probably because you can find the dough in every single store. But the best part…
Tongue with Tomatillo Sauce- Lengua en Salsa Verde
Growing up, on occasion, my mom would make tongue. She probably only made it on occasion because it takes so long to cook. I will say that tongue was one of the most fun meals that I had growing up.…
