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- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
Instructions
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1
Combine coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, anise seeds, fenugreek seeds, and allspice berries in a skillet over medium heat; toast until fragrant and spices slightly darken in color, about 10 minutes. Remove spices from the skillet; cool to room temperature.
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2
Add spices and turmeric to a spice grinder; pulse until ground. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Pique (Puerto Rican Hot Sauce)
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 25 min
Instructions
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1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 of the onion, habanero peppers, aji dulce, and garlic. Cook and stir until tender, about 3 minutes. Let cool for at least 5 minutes.
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2
Transfer cooled pepper mixture to a blender. Add pineapple juice, lime juice, tequila, vinegar, cilantro, culantro, sugar, oregano, salt, black pepper, cacao powder, and cumin. Blend until sauce is smooth.
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3
Pour sauce into a glass bottle with a lid; let stand for a least 1 week to allow flavors to blend.
Authentic Puerto Rican Sofrito
- Prep
- 45 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 65 min
Instructions
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1
Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
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2
Cut green bell pepper and red bell pepper in half from top to bottom; remove stems, seeds, and ribs. Place peppers cut-side down onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush with 2 teaspoons olive oil.
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3
Roast under the preheated broiler until skin on peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a resealable plastic bag. Seal to let peppers steam as they cool, about 15 minutes. Remove skins under running water and discard. Chop flesh into large pieces.
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4
Place pepper pieces, sweet chile peppers, onion, scallions, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, culantro, olives, oregano, and capers in a blender or food processor. Blend, adding 1/2 cup olive oil and water in batches, until mixture is pureed but some chunks remain.
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5
Divide blended mixture among four 16-ounce containers, filling each 3/4 of the way. Top each with 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil to help preserve mixture. Close containers and refrigerate.
By MKCortes Latin Goddess
Homemade Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk garlic powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, and turmeric together in a bowl. Store in an airtight container.
Jerk Marinade Seasoning Rub
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- Total
- 15 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk together onion powder, thyme, allspice, black pepper, turbinado sugar, garlic powder, sea salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, marjoram, sage, and rosemary in a bowl until well combined. Store the finished seasoning in a sealed glass jar to maintain its intense aroma and freshness.
Puerto Rican Garlic Marinade
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a blender or the bowl of a food processor; process for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Stir dried onion, thyme, allspice, ground black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt together in a small bowl.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
Instructions
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1
Gather the ingredients.
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2
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until tender.
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3
Reduce heat to low. Mix in ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, rum, hoisin sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until well blended and heated through. Stir in remaining rum.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Mix honey, turmeric, coconut oil, and black pepper together in a resealable container using a butter knife until thoroughly combined. Cover and store in the refrigerator.
Sweet and Spicy Turkey Rub
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, pepper flakes, onion powder, salt, and cumin in a bowl until well mixed.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cardamom in an airtight container.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine 1 1/2 cups plus 6 tablespoons flour, cornstarch, and baking powder in a bowl. Sift several times until evenly blended.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Mix together cream of tartar, baking soda, and cornstarch in a small bowl until well combined.
Simple and Flavorful Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk vinegar, mustard, sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved. Add oil in a thin stream, whisking continually until emulsified. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Mediterranean Meat Marinade
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, sage, thyme, marjoram, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper in a large, shallow dish. Mix with a fork until mixture looks uniform.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon in a small airtight container. Seal and store in a cool, dark place until ready to use.
The Easiest Salad Dressing
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine canola oil, red wine vinegar, salt, sugar, and pepper in a lidded jar. Close and shake to combine.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Mix together poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt in a small bowl. Transfer to an airtight jar.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk mayonnaise, honey, barbecue sauce, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice together in a bowl.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk together Catalina dressing, honey, and vinegar in a medium bowl until well combined. Store in an airtight container.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine mayonnaise, horseradish, vinegar, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a mini food processor or blender cup. Pulse a few times until mixed, about 10 seconds, scraping down the sides of the bowl halfway through.
Homemade Red Wine Vinaigrette
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Pour olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice into a sealable glass jar. Add garlic. Season with dry mustard, dried onion, pepper, salt, paprika, and turmeric. Shake until well combined. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
Mixed Berry Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Muddle together blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries with sugar in a medium bowl until combined.
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2
Pour berry mixture into a blender and add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon, lemon juice, and honey. Blend until smooth.
Vegan Aquafaba Mayonnaise
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Combine chickpea liquid, whole chickpeas, lemon juice, and mustard in a tall container. Using an immersion blender, blend on high speed until smooth.
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2
Reduce speed to low and slowly drizzle in oil until creamy. Season with salt. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Whisk olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until well combined.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Whisk apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Add olive oil and whisk until incorporated.
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2
Pour vinaigrette into a screw-top jar or bottle; seal. Store in the refrigerator and shake before serving.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Combine cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg in an airtight container.
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3
Add lemon zest when making mulled cider.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Mix brown sugar, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, savory, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Store in an airtight container or keep in the freezer in a resealable plastic bag.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Place roasted red peppers and basil in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped and combined. Add lemon juice; pulse 3 times. Scatter garlic halves over mixture; pulse to chop, 4 to 5 times. Add mayonnaise and sugar; pulse until smooth, 5 to 7 times. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- Total
- 10 min
Instructions
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1
Combine butter, onion, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, basil leaves, salt, and black pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth.