How to Make Mofongo
Mofongo, a garlic-flavored plantain dish, is a popular entree or side dish served in Puerto Rico. Often paired with seafood or pork, mofongo is a spicy taste of the islands. Because it is starchy and...
View ArticleHow to Cook Arepas
Many people in the United States think that food south of the border is just Mexican or Tex-Mex, but South American countries have their own culture which is vastly different from that of Mexico....
View ArticleHow to Make Pasteles
Many Puerto Ricans would not think of celebrating Christmas without a steaming plate of pasteles to garnish their table. These tasty bundles of pork-stuffed banana leaves require some effort to...
View ArticleHow to Buy Plantains
A low-sugar, starchy member of the banana family, plantains have thicker skins and are longer than bananas. Frequently found in Caribbean, Latin American and West African dishes, they're usually baked...
View ArticleHow to Make Salvadoran Pupusas
Reminiscent of a thick tortilla or doughy quesadilla, the Salvadoran pupusa also bears a resemblance to another South American stuffed flatbread, the arepa, and is generally accompanied by a refreshing...
View ArticleHow to Make Sofrito Sauce
Sofrito sauce is a tomato-based sauce with pepper, onion and garlic mixed with broth and spices, and sometimes chipolte peppers added for extra spiciness. Sofrito is popular in the Caribbean, Cuba,...
View ArticleHow to Make a Colombian Arepa
An arepa is a small, unleavened corn patty that is split open like a sandwich and stuffed. It is a common food found Latin America. To make arepas, you will need to find arepa flour, a precooked corn...
View ArticleHow to Make Caramel Milk Spread
Caramel milk spread, known as dulce de leche in Spanish, is a popular sweet in Latin American countries. When you cook milk and sugar together, the mixture browns and reduces into a thick, sweet...
View ArticleHow to Gather Ingredients for Empanadas
Empanadas are an extremely versatile Latin American dish and can be easily adapted to accommodate any menu plan or taste. By varying the ingredients from the more traditional recipes, you can create...
View ArticleHow to Eat a Jicama
Jicama comes from Mexico and Central America, where it's a very common vegetable to eat. Much like a potato, it's high in vitamin C, has little sodium or calories and has no fat. Because it's a healthy...
View ArticleHow to Peel Jicama
Jicama, also called Mexican turnip or Mexican potato, can be a tasty exotic treat, but one that many people don't know how to prepare properly. If you've never peeled a jicama before, don't worry. The...
View ArticleHow to Wrap Tortillas in Foil
When you make fajitas or soft shell tacos, nothing is better than a nice warm tortilla wrapping around your flavorful meats and vegetables. However, an ice-cold tortilla that you have just taken out of...
View ArticleHow to Make Sofrito for Arroz con Pollo
Sofrito is a traditional ingredient in many Latin American dishes, and is versatile enough to include in beans, stews, and soups. It's particularly delicious in arroz con pollo, Spanish chicken and...
View ArticleHow to Make Cuban Coffee
A thimble-size shot of Cuban coffee or café Cubano is an essential part of the morning for many Cubans and Cuban emigrants. However, it is also taken all through the day and night and at various social...
View ArticleHow to Make Cuban Sandwiches
Cuban sandwiches, also known as Cubano, were introduced to the US at the turn of the last century by Cuban immigrants. It starts with a loaf of bread, and the basic ingredients; roasted pork, ham,...
View ArticleHow to Make Lime Juice
Lime juice is an important ingredient in many southwestern, Caribbean, and Latin America dishes. You can also combine it with water and sugar to make limeade, a puckery-sweet drink that rivals...
View ArticleIngredients Needed for Making Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn what ingredients are needed for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Clean Meat for Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to clean meat for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Choose Meat for Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to choose meat for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Cut Peppers for Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to cut peppers for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleUsing a Food Processor for Making Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to use a food processor for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Tomato Sauce to Make Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add tomato sauce to make picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Ingredients to Food Processor for Making Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add ingredients to a food processor for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Season Picadillo Con Arroz
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View ArticleHow to Cook Picadillo Sauce for Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to cook sauce for picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Oregano & Cumin to Make Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn about adding oregano and cumin to make picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Meat to Picadillo Sauce for Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add meat to the sauce for making picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Brown Meat to Make Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to brown the meat to make picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Vinegar to Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add vinegar to picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Wine to Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add wine to picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleAdding Olives to Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to add olives to picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleWhen is Picadillo Finished Cooking?
Learn how to tell when picadillo con arroz is finished cooking with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Cook & Serve Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to cook and serve picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Store Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to store picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleHow to Serve Picadillo Con Arroz
Learn how to serve picadillo con arroz with expert cooking tips in this free classic Cuban recipe video clip.
View ArticleIntroduction to Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn about arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticleHow to Prepare Sofrito for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn how to prepare sofrito for arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticleIngredients for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn what ingredients you'll need and how to get started cooking arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticlePreparing the Meat for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn how to prepare meat for arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticleCooking the Meat for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn how to cook meat for arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticleMaking the Rice for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn how to cook rice for arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
View ArticleHow to Make Barbacoa
Traditional Mexican barbacoa cooking -- slow-cooking beef offal, such as tongue, cheeks and eyes, by burying the head in hot coals -- isn't feasible and far from appetizing. Americanized barbacoa, on...
View ArticleHow to Make Pastellios
Puerto Rican pastellios belong to a long list of empanada variants. They all share the same basic dough and preparation method, but the similarities end when the fillings start. Tomatoes, olives,...
View ArticleHow to Make This Delicious Caribbean Dish "Macaroni Pie"
A staple at holiday dinners in Trinidad, Barbados and other parts of the Caribbean, macaroni pie is a definite departure from Yankee-style macaroni and cheese – even the baked versions. While it's not...
View ArticleMaking the Sauce for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules
Learn how to make sauce for arroz con gandules, an authentic Puerto Rican meal, with expert cooking tips in this free Puerto Rican cuisine video clip.
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