Plant-Based Recipes with a Latin Flair
A Puerto Rican fiesta without arroz con gandules is not a fiesta. This is a staple dish in our island, especially during the holidays. This is a meatless version of my abuela’s recipe. It requires simple ingredients that are easy to find at your local […]
Empanadas are usually filled with ground beef or other different fillings. These empanadas are my vegan version. You can enjoy them as an appetizer, main dish or main course. They go well with my easy guacamole recipe. Hello, my beautiful friends! Here’s my Puerto Rican […]
This easy pesto is ready in less than 10 minutes and it has so many uses. Pour over your favorite pasta, eat with crackers or veggies. Use it on your pizza, wraps, sandwich even as a base when making savory meals. This pesto is similar […]
Asopao de gandules is typically combined with onions, ham, sofrito, chicken stock, rice, tomato sauce, and olive oil. My version is completely vegan, but you can always add your favorite ingredients.
Crispy fried plantains or Tostones are twice-fried plantain slices commonly found in Latin American cuisine and Caribbean cuisine. They are a staple in our Puerto Rican Cuisine. They can be served as a side dish or appetizer. You can find these in Puerto Rico almost […]