Puerto Rican Tostones – Fried Plantains

Puerto Rican Tostones – Fried Plantains

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.

Fried Plantains with Garlic Pesto

You can find these in Puerto Rico almost everywhere; at any restaurant, cafeteria, even at big chain restaurants and Asian restaurants around. But the best way to eat them is when someone invites you to their home and they make them for you. My grandma used to make the best tostones. I guess when you cook with love you transfer happiness to people.

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Vegan Puerto Rican Tacos

Vegan Puerto Rican Tacos

These Vegan Puerto Rican Tacos are the vegan variation of Puerto Rican emapanadillas or empanadas. These tacos are very popular in Puerto Rico and you can find them everywhere.

Vegan Puerto Rican Tacos
Vegan Puerto Rican Tacos

When you visit Puerto Rico and drive any direction on the island, you’ll find food trucks, roadside stalls, and small kiosks serving a selection of Puerto Rican street food or “frituras”.

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Maple Almond Chia Oats

This oatmeal is simple to make, and so comforting, healthy, refined sugar free and so delicious. You can also use this recipe to make overnight oatmeal but I prefer it warm.

The chia seeds add extra texture and so many healthy benefits to your recipes. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium. Omega-3 fatty acids help raise HDL cholesterol, the “good” cholesterol that protects against heart attacks and strokes.

Maple Pecan Glaze for Topping
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Guava Cream Cheese Pancakes topped with Cream Cheese Buttercream

Guava Cream Cheese Pancakes topped with Cream Cheese Buttercream

These Guava Cream Cheese Pancakes are the perfect combination. The sweetness of the guava perfectly balances with the creaminess of the cream cheese, these pancakes taste like a cake. They’re just amazing!

Guava Cream Cheese Pancakes

These guava cream cheese pancakes are soft, fluffy and delicious. If you love guava I highly recommend you to try this recipe.

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