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Margie's Cuban Sofrito (Sauce)
Latin American

Margie's Cuban Sofrito (Sauce)

3.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until onion is translucent. Add bell pepper and sauté until tender. Season with oregano, salt, pepper, cumin, and bay leaves. Continue cooking until mixture looks like a yummy green paste with oil around it.
  2. 2 Add tomatoes; cook and stir until all of the liquid is released. Gradually mix in tomato sauce; simmer until sauce looks really red. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired. Remove bay leaves.
  3. 3 Add sauce to meat, rice, beans, fish, or potatoes. Thin sauce down if necessary with water, wine, beer, or whatever is handy.

By Stacie

Chicken Fried Steak Cuban Style
Dinner Latin American

Chicken Fried Steak Cuban Style

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs with the oregano, cumin, and salt and pepper. Beat eggs in another shallow dish. Dip each steak in beaten eggs, and then in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure to cover each steak well with the breadcrumb mixture.
  2. 2 In a large, deep skillet, heat 1inch oil over medium high heat.
  3. 3 Place the steaks in the oil when it's hot (so that the breading will not stick to the pan). Cook steaks, turning once, until brown for well done and golden brown for medium. Serve with lemon slices.

By Roxie

Peruvian Lomo Saltado
Dinner Latin American

Peruvian Lomo Saltado

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Arrange frozen French fries in a single layer on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until light golden, 22 to 24 minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Season sliced beef with salt and pepper. Cook and stir beef in hot oil until just cooked and the juices release. Use a slotted spoon to transfer beef to a plate.
  5. 5 Cook and stir onions in beef drippings in the pan until translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato and aji amarillo; cook until tomato softens. Pour in vinegar and soy sauce.
  6. 6 Add French fries and beef to the pan. Cover and cook until beef is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

By Perricholi

Jenny's Cuban-Style Slow-Cooker Chicken Fricassee
Dinner Latin American

Jenny's Cuban-Style Slow-Cooker Chicken Fricassee

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
360 min
Total
375 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine onion, garlic, bell pepper, and potatoes in a medium bowl. Stir in tomato sauce and wine; season with cumin, sage leaf, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2 Place chicken legs in the slow cooker. Pour onion mixture over chicken.
  3. 3 Cover and cook on Low until juices run clear, 6 to 8 hours.

By JECHLL

Avocado Shrimp Ceviche
Appetizer Latin American

Avocado Shrimp Ceviche

4.8

Prep
90 min
Cook
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the shrimp and lime juice into a large bowl, and stir to coat. Let stand for about 5 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque. The lime juice will cure them. Mix in the tomatoes, onion, and cilantro until coated with lime juice; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Remove from the refrigerator, and mix in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, hot sauce, salt and pepper. We have our own hot sauce recipe, but you can use whatever hot sauce you like, or leave it out and let people add their own when serving.
  3. 3 Serve in glass tumblers and top with avocado pieces. Set out extra Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, lime wedges and hot sauce for people to individualize their dish. Serve with saltine crackers.

By Andre Racine

Pork and Black Bean Stew
Dinner Latin American

Pork and Black Bean Stew

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion softens and turns translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer onion to a saucepan. Pour remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil into the skillet; place over medium-high heat. Add cubed pork; cook until well browned.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, add ¾ black beans and water to a blender; pulse until finely chopped, but not quite smooth. Transfer bean purée to the saucepan; stir in remaining whole black beans, pork cubes, chorizo, chicken stock, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper before serving.

By MICHELLE0011

Salvadorian Roasted Turkey
Dinner Latin American

Salvadorian Roasted Turkey

4.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
200 min
Total
225 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Place tomatoes and bell pepper, cut-sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet. Cook under the preheated broiler until skins begin to blacken, about 5 minutes. Place charred vegetables into a bowl; cover with plastic wrap to steam until skins loosen.
  3. 3 Move oven rack to the center position and turn the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  4. 4 Meanwhile, pour vegetable oil into a roasting pan (or skillet large enough to fit the turkey) and heat over medium-high heat. Add turkey; sear on all sides until browned, about 10 minutes. Place breast-side up into the roasting pan; stuff with quartered apples and olives. Set aside.
  5. 5 Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pumpkin seeds, ancho chiles, and bay leaves; cook and stir until pumpkin seeds smell toasty, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a blender.
  6. 6 Remove and discard tomato and bell pepper skins; add to the blender. Add onion and pumpkin seed mixture; blend until becomes a thick, smooth sauce. Season with salt and black pepper, adding a little olive brine if desired. Brush sauce onto turkey,
  7. 7 Bake turkey in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), about 3 hours, basting occasionally.

By JENNF45

Pebre
Dinner Latin American

Pebre

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover aji pepper with hot water. Allow to soak for 15 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Combine tomato, onion, and cilantro in a food processor fitted with a blade. Add garlic and pulse a few times. Add drained pepper, lime juice, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Blend until desired consistency has been achieved. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Stir pebre to combine. Top with sliced jalapeno before serving.

By Buckwheat Queen

Black Beans with Bacon
Dinner Latin American

Black Beans with Bacon

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
810 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place beans in a pressure cooker with enough water to cover, and soak 12 hours, or overnight.
  2. 2 Add 2 1/2 quarts water to the beans, or enough to fill pressure cooker about 2/3 full. Cover, and cook 30 minutes at 10 pounds pressure. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  3. 3 Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and saute the garlic and onion until tender. Stir in the tomato and carrot. Cook about 5 minutes, and mix in the bacon. Cook and stir until bacon is crisp and evenly browned.
  4. 4 Mix the vegetable and bacon mixture into the pressure cooker with the black beans. Cover, and continue cooking approximately 10 minutes at 10 pounds pressure. Garnish with parsley, and season with salt and pepper to serve.

By Marlies Monika

Citrus Ceviche
Dinner Latin American

Citrus Ceviche

4.1

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium non-reactive bowl combine the lemon juice, lime juice, ginger and olive oil. Add the bass and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. The flesh of the fish should be white and opaque.
  2. 2 Add the cilantro, onion and avocado. Season to taste with salt and pepper, toss and serve with hard cooked egg wedges.

By Lorna

Peruvian Chicken Soup (Aguadito de Pollo)
Lunch Latin American

Peruvian Chicken Soup (Aguadito de Pollo)

4.5

Prep
40 min
Cook
50 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, and serrano chili; cook until the onion has softened, about 1 minute. Add the chicken, and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in the cilantro, peas, corn, and red pepper; cook for 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth, potatoes, and rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the chicken is opaque and the potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes.

By Jose Mendoza

Squash and Kohlrabi Empanadas
Dinner Latin American

Squash and Kohlrabi Empanadas

4.3

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in kohlrabi, and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until kohrabi has softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Toss in yellow squash and continue to cook until squash is tender for 4 more minutes. Stir in the green onion, spinach, and nutmeg. Add more salt and pepper, as needed. Cook until the spinach has wilted, about 1 minutes. Set mixture aside to cool.
  2. 2 Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Beat the egg with water in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. 3 Roll out the pie crust by running a rolling pin over it once or twice. Cut out about 16 6-inch circles using a large cookie cutter or cereal bowl. Fill the center of each circle with about 1 tablespoon of the kohlrabi mixture. Brush the edges of the pastry with water, then fold the dough in half. Crimp the edge of the dough with a fork to seal, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pastry and vegetable filling. Prick each empanada with a fork, then brush with the egg wash.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and flaky, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve hot from the oven.

By Jennie

Argentine Lentil Stew
Dinner Latin American

Argentine Lentil Stew

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the lentils and water in a large pot, and mix in the vegetable bouillon. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir the tomatoes, onion, carrot, apple, peas, garlic, olive oil, barbeque sauce, and paprika into the pot. Continue to simmer 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to serve.

By Frank Mercer

Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)
Dinner Latin American

Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

4.7

Prep
510 min
Cook
150 min
Total
660 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add 3/4 cup chopped onion, green onions, and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 4 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour in soaked beans and fill with enough water to cover beans by 3 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, or until tender.
  4. 4 While beans are cooking, place ham hocks in a smaller pot with 1/4 cup chopped onion.
  5. 5 Cover with water and simmer until meat pulls off of the bone easily, about 1 hour.
  6. 6 Drain and add to beans. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  7. 7 Place ham, bacon, and remaining onion in a baking dish. Bake until mixture is crispy, 15 minutes.
  8. 8 Drain bacon and ham mixture and add to beans. Season with bay leaves, coriander, salt, and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes more.
  9. 9 Stir in chopped cilantro and parsley just before serving.

By L Ireland

Ceviche Peruano
Dinner Latin American

Ceviche Peruano

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the potatoes and sweet potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Simmer until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, then drain, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Place the sliced onion in a bowl of warm water, let stand 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, place the lime juice, celery, cilantro, and cumin into the bowl of a blender, and puree until smooth. Pour this mixture into a large glass bowl, and stir in the garlic and habanero pepper. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the diced tilapia and shrimp.
  3. 3 Set aside to marinate for an hour, stirring occasionally. The seafood is done once it turns firm and opaque.
  4. 4 To serve, peel the potatoes and cut into slices. Stir the onions into the fish mixture. Line serving bowls with lettuce leaves. Spoon the ceviche with its juice into the bowls and garnish with slices of potato.

By Ana O

Ajiaco (Beef and Pepper Stew)
Dinner Latin American

Ajiaco (Beef and Pepper Stew)

4.2

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the canola oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in shallots, garlic, and red pepper; cook until the shallot has softened and turned translucent, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle in the chipotle powder and cumin; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. 2 Add the roast beef and red potatoes, pour in the water and beef broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in the oregano, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Stir in chopped parsley before serving. Garnish each bowl with a few slices of hard-cooked egg.

By damasio

Brazilian Chicken with Coconut Milk
Dinner Latin American

Brazilian Chicken with Coconut Milk

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and coriander in a large bowl. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper; rub spices into chicken.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in hot oil until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a serving dish and set aside.
  3. 3 Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet. Cook and stir onion, jalapeño peppers, ginger, and garlic in hot oil until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in coconut milk and cook until sauce is warmed through.
  4. 4 Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley.

By MLYIN

Colombian Turmada Potatoes (Papa Turmada)
Dinner Latin American

Colombian Turmada Potatoes (Papa Turmada)

4.3

Prep
40 min
Cook
50 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  2. 2 Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  3. 3 Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the sausage in the hot oil for 5 minutes. Add the white onions and green onions; cook another 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato, cumin, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Place the bread cubes in a bowl; pour the milk over the bread making sure to wet each piece.
  5. 5 Arrange about half of the potato slices into the bottom of the prepared dish. Spread the sausage mixture over the potatoes. Top with succeeding layers of the sliced eggs, about half of the moistened bread, the mozzarella cheese, the remaining potato slices, the remaining moistened bread, and finally the Parmesan cheese.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until heated completely, about 30 minutes.

By Luis Gustavo Vanegas

Coxinhas (Brazilian Chicken Croquettes)
Appetizer Latin American

Coxinhas (Brazilian Chicken Croquettes)

4.0

Prep
60 min
Cook
60 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken breasts and 1 cup chicken broth in a pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, 20 to 30 minutes. Keep checking that there is enough liquid in the pot and add more broth if necessary. Remove chicken from pot, allow to cool briefly, and shred with 2 forks.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add shredded chicken, olives, and parsley. Stir well and season with salt and pepper. Remove filling from heat and set aside.
  3. 3 Heat 2 cups chicken broth and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; season with salt and bring to a simmer. Add flour all at once and stir to form a thick paste. Stir vigorously until mixture is smooth and no longer sticks to the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat and let pastry cool.
  4. 4 Once pastry is cool enough to handle, transfer to an oiled work surface and knead until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Take a portion of pastry and roll into a golf ball-sized ball. Stick an oiled finger into the center of the ball and press edges to create a small bowl. Stuff with 2 teaspoons chicken filling and gather top edges to seal, rolling into a teardrop shape. Set croquette aside and cover with a damp towel. Repeat with remaining pastry and filling.
  6. 6 Set out 3 bowls in the following order: flour, beaten eggs, bread crumbs. Roll each croquette in flour, then dip in egg, then cover in breadcrumbs.
  7. 7 Heat oil for frying in a large saucepan or deep fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry croquettes in batches, until golden brown on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

By Sarinha

Seafood Mocequa
Dinner Latin American

Seafood Mocequa

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Toss fish and shrimp together with salt and pepper to taste; set aside. Heat dende oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook until softened and translucent. Add the garlic, and continue cooking until the onions turn golden brown.
  2. 2 Stir in tomato and cook for 5 minutes, then stir in the red and hot peppers; continue cooking until softened. Pour in fish stock, cilantro, green onions, bay leaves, and hot sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer until reduced by 1/4.
  3. 3 Pour in the coconut milk, then stir in fish. Simmer until the fish is firm and opaque. Serve immediately

By BRENTBUNTIN

Cazuela de Vaca (Beef and Pumpkin Stew)
Dinner Latin American

Cazuela de Vaca (Beef and Pumpkin Stew)

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
135 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the piece of beef into 6 large chunks (one per serving). Place the beef into a large saucepan; pour in the beef broth and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer until nearly tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  2. 2 Stir the polenta into the stew along with the potatoes and onion. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Cut the pumpkin into 6, serving-sized pieces, and add to the stew along with the corn, carrot, bell pepper, celery, and leek; simmer until the vegetables are tender, adding more water if needed to barely cover. Stir in the oregano and paprika during the last 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into serving bowls, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

By damasio

Chicken Ropa Vieja
Dinner Latin American

Chicken Ropa Vieja

4.1

Prep
40 min
Cook
45 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken, onion, tomato, carrot, and 2 cloves garlic into a large pot. Add water to cover, then bring to a boil. Skim and discard the foam that floats to the surface. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
  2. 2 Place chicken into a bowl and shred it into strips as thick as a pencil; set aside. Strain and reserve cooking liquid; discard vegetables.
  3. 3 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato purée, white wine, chicken, and enough of the reserved broth to create a thick sauce. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer until sauce is slightly reduced and coats chicken, about 5 minutes.

By crcowley

Cuban Beef Stew
Dinner Latin American

Cuban Beef Stew

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
120 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saute pan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil, stirring frequently, until transparent. Stir in cubed meat, and cook until browned. Stir in red bell pepper, bay leaf, cumin, and oregano; cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in sherry, tomato sauce, vinegar, olives, raisins, and capers. Pour in enough water to just cover meat. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer until fork tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add more water if the stew becomes too thick.
  3. 3 Stir potatoes into the stew. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, covered, until potatoes are almost tender. Uncover, and cook until done.

By Maryellen

High Temperature Eye-of-Round Roast
Dinner American

High Temperature Eye-of-Round Roast

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
180 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  2. 2 Season roast with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Place in a roasting pan or baking dish. Do not cover or add water.
  4. 4 Place roast in the preheated oven and reduce temperature to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). Roast for 21 minutes (7 minutes per pound), then turn off the oven and let roast sit in the hot oven for 2 1/2 hours. Do not open the door at all during this time.
  5. 5 Remove roast from the oven and check that the internal temperature is at least 145 degrees F (65 degrees C). Carve into thin slices to serve.

By Lyn N Barbour

Yogurt Cheese
Appetizer

Yogurt Cheese

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
1445 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a strainer with 2 layers of cheesecloth; place over a large bowl for drainage.
  2. 2 In a medium bowl, mix together yogurt, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3 Pour yogurt mixture into the cheesecloth-lined strainer. Place the strainer and drainage bowl in the refrigerator until all of the liquid has drained, 1 to 2 days. Empty the drainage bowl occasionally so you can tell when cheese has stopped draining.
  4. 4 Transfer cheese to a covered container; store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

By LISAMONIQUE

M.D.K's Famous Dressing

M.D.K's Famous Dressing

3.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium size jar with a tight fitting lid, combine sugar, vinegar and salt and pepper. Cover tightly and shake for approximately thirty seconds. If necessary, add a few drops of water to thin out dressing. Pour on your favorite salad.

By M DK

Yummy Pork Chops

Yummy Pork Chops

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix the Italian-style salad dressing, soy sauce, and pepper.
  2. 2 Place the pork chops in a skillet over medium heat, and cover with the dressing mixture. Cover skillet, and cook pork chops 25 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove cover, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking to desired doneness.

By SEXYSERINA