Guajillo is a chile widely used in the Mexican cuisine. It’s one of the main ingredients in salsa roja (or red sauce) and used in red pozole. One great thing about this recipe is that you can add as little or as much of the guajillo depending on how much […]
If someone offers you a Dominican arepa, don’t expect to get anything like the traditional Venezuelan or Colombian corn “pockets.” Instead, you will get a dense, sweet, cinnamoney cornmeal cake. Arepa is considered a dessert best enjoyed with a freshly brewed cup of coffee.
This recipe is shared by Central American countries, with each country adding slightly different ingredients. In Honduras, it is traditionally made with range-free hens, although chicken is now commonly used in more urban regions of the country. The result is a thick, rich and succulent soup, very fulfilling, especially for […]
Never judge a recipe byits name alone! You never know what you might be missing! This is the case of the beloved Dominican dessert Habichuelas con Dulce. This delectable bean-based dessert is especially enjoyed during Holy Week. Its rich, creamy consistency pairs really nicely with starchy pieces of batata and […]
The crunchiness of the plantains plus the richness of the peanut sauce, combined with the delicate flavor and texture of shrimp, makes this dish a true taste experience. A lot of people with high cholesterol avoid eating shrimp as they do contain a good amount of cholesterol (about 180 mg […]
Nopal is a species of the cactus family. Nopales (cactus paddles) are widely consumed in Mexico, their country of origin. They’re at their best when the paddles have not matured too much, so their flesh is tender and the alguates (spines/thorns) are softer. They are low in calories yet rich […]
Ceviche! Everyone craves a delicious ceviche this time of year, a cool, light appetizer (or main course) for the summer heat. A wonderful way to satiate those cravings is with a yummy and easy-to-make shrimp ceviche.
Torta or pan de elote (cornbread) is a dense and moist type of sweet bread. It doesn’t have the texture of traditional cornbread. Traditionally, pan de elote is sweetened with condensed milk. In this recipe, I substituted condensed milk for low-fat evaporated milk, which by definition is not generally recommended. […]
Make this scrumptious potato salad for the warm days! Substituting mayonnaise for avocado is not only delicious, but it’s also a healthy twist that boosts the protein and healthy fats content!
El Día de Acción de Gracias is a nice opportunity to get together and be thankful for all important things in life. However, for many people, Thanksgiving dinner is just one more stressful event that requires much planning and work. And it is not only the fact of not knowing what […]
I’m Suellen Pineda, a Honduran-born, bilingual Culinary Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a deep appreciation for real food and ingredients, especially those that reflect one’s culture.