Pelau is a stew from Trinidad made with either beef or chicken. The unique flavor comes from searing the meat in caramelized sugar then simmering with rice, coconut milk, and pigeon peas. Serve accompanied...
Author: TRINIREDLOCKS
Trinidad's traditional Christmas drink. It's got quite a kick if you use just the right amount of Rum.
Author: CRYSTAL_CLARE
This Cuban sandwich is piled high with ham, roast pork loin, Swiss cheese, and dill pickles, then toasted to warm and crunchy perfection.
Author: Allrecipes
This Cuban-inspired mojo marinade would work great as an all-purpose marinade for just about anything destined for the grill, but skirt steak is my top choice.
Author: Chef John
The perfect blend of citrus and spice for a taste straight from the islands. Prep time doesn't include marinating time.
Author: LizzyGirl09
This is a Dominican version of fried chicken with added flavors. You'll fall in love with this recipe. You can serve it with Spanish white rice or you can serve it fried plantains (tostones).
Author: Tracie
This drink is probably the best drink I have ever had in my life! You make it with strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, ice, and lemon-lime soda. You can substitute red cream soda or your favorite flavor...
Author: Helena W.
Coquito is a popular Christmas coconut rum nog traditionally served in Puerto Rico. This is my mother's egg-free recipe which has an ice cream twist. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon or nutmeg and serve....
Author: GFern
A definite party pleaser, these easy chicken empanadas (pastelillos as Puerto Ricans call them) are so delicious! I promise that you will receive rave reviews. They are so tasty with the right amount of...
Author: Elvita
My husband is Puerto Rican and wanted me to make this! 'Tembleque,' which means 'wiggly,' is a creamy coconut pudding.
Author: Joanne Guzman
Make and share this Jamaican Jerk Seasoning recipe from Food.com.
Author: Rita1652
Make and share this Jamaican Spice Mixture recipe from Food.com.
Author: ellie_
Tropical flavors make this chicken really delicious.
Author: MICHELLE0011
A Cuban creation, picadillo is one of the world's great ground meat dishes. I went with beef, but you can add some pork and/or chorizo. Serve it with rice.
Author: Chef John
Shrimp is one of my favorite weeknight meals, because it is so quick to prepare! The Cuban-style marinade is full of citrus flavors with a few surprises. Normally, "mojo" means a flavor based on Seville...
Author: Bibi
This is a traditional Jamaican dish I was taught to cook by my grandmother.
Author: sunflowerBirmingham
If you like Caribbean flavor, you're in for a treat. It's a lot of flavor for a cheap and easy dish. Enjoy!
Author: TORONTOMOMMY
A nice change of pace from the usual strawberry daiquiri.
Author: Patrick Washburn
Cuban-inspired shrimp marinated in a mixture of orange juice, lime juice, and both zests to compensate for the hard-to-find bitter oranges. I serve it with white rice, crusty bread, a green salad, and...
Author: Yoly
This is one of my favorite Cuban foods. It reminds me of the countryside. I like this with black bean soup and rice and either platanos maduros (fried ripe plantains) or tostones (fried pressed plantains)....
Author: fandreu
Jerk Chicken and Pasta is a passionately spicy Jamaican-style dish that when tempered correctly will tantalize even the most fire-fearing palate!
Author: Terry Coonan
For something a little more light and fun, but still pretty easy.
Author: KyleeJo06
This zesty recipe leaves your kitchen smelling awesome and your taste buds dancing! I have made this recipe with pork tenderloin and pork chops. My next attempt will be with chicken, and I will try baking...
Author: rainyk
Very tasty and your slow cooker does most of the work. Serve shredded pork in lettuce wraps or in corn tortillas. Top with pico de gallo, chopped cilantro, and avocado.
Author: Gene Payne
There are many variations of picadillo. This is a savory and traditional Cuban home-cooked meal with ingredients that are readily available in any supermarket. Do not omit wine, as it's really important...
Author: lutzflcat
This recipe was inspired by a take-out restaurant in Florida and perfected by my mother. For all of you who are looking for a different way to have your chicken, try this recipe! A favorite in this household....
Author: misskim
Mofongo is a fried plantain-based dish from Puerto Rico. It is typically made with fried green plantains mashed together in a pilon (which consists of a wooden mortar and pestle), with broth, garlic, olive...
Author: Healthy Delights by Libelula
The Perfect Puerto Rican Meal. Everywhere you go this is the one of the main dishes that is served. It goes very well served over steamed rice.
Author: FIVEBRIGS
A mouthwatering puree of Taro Leaves and crab served over rice or as a soup, it will leave you wanting more. If taro leaves are not available, you may substitute 2 packages of frozen spinach.
Author: SKYLARKER
This is a unique Spanish breakfast custard that my Puerto Rican father loved as a child and something my mother made for us as we were growing up. It takes patience to whisk the custard for 25 minutes,...
Author: Lu
Make and share this Jamaican Jerk Rub recipe from Food.com.
Author: PalatablePastime
My dad always makes this souffle on Christmas Eve when guests are over. It is equally delicious made with lobster.
Author: Esmee Williams
This recipe was passed down to me from my uncle during a trip to my homeland of Cuba.
Author: TWINZ92
This is a popular Cuban pork dish known as Lechon Asado. My version is a shortcut. The pork is simmered in a broth until tender, then shredded. It's traditionally served with black beans and rice.
Author: ZIBBLER
This is a basic West Indian curried chicken recipe. Extremely easy to prepare and delicious with standard Caribbean fare. Peas and rice go great with it!
Author: DANIELLE2877
A refreshing and (virtually) effortless slow cooker recipe for Cuban chicken that I threw together out of desperation to have a cooking-free evening.
Author: Nicole Buchanan
I feel that the apple cider makes this jerk marinade unique, and a bit untraditional. Being from the apple country of Virginia, the apple cider was a natural. For added flavor, add apple or hickory wood...
Author: VAGRILL
These exquisite pastries are a guilty pleasure in Puerto Rico, where bakeries boast about having 'the best'. The only hard part of these quesitos would be preparing the French puff pastry, but if you get...
Author: Milly Suazo-Martinez
This recipe is for hot sauce! Hot but flavorful. The consistency isn't a thin liquid like Tabasco®. It's a little on the thick side so it doesn't disappear when you put it on your food. Great with everything...
Author: Ds R.
If you've ever been to the Bahamas you'll love this dish.... It takes you back there. It's EASY, filling, well balanced, and good for a larger family or small gathering.
Author: KRAZYKAT82
For years, my family and I have been searching for a good, traditional-tasting coquito recipe. After having tried the whole egg yolk thing, simply adding ingredients to regular eggnog, and others, I found...
Author: ims316
A fusion of African, Caribbean, and Spanish cuisine all wrapped up in a corn husk. This recipe is from my grandmother Mima and my mom who both spent long hours in the backyard in Cuba making these magical...
Author: mirelys
This tropical-inspired cheesecake features a ginger-coconut crust and two divine layers topped off with a fresh mango coulis. I like to make a coconut cream by adding coconut extract to whipped cream for...
Author: Alberta Rose
You won't find the recipe anywhere other than the Cayman Islands! One of my favorite desserts growing up in Cayman. Very sweet and you will be wanting more!
Author: Sharice McLean
Authentic Puerto Rican sandwich that my family can't get enough of. Wonderful because there is NO bread involved!!!
Author: LOSTNBFE29
Got this on trip to Jamaica, it's the best jerk chicken I've eaten.
Author: lisa
I received this recipe from a friend in Barbados. It reminds me of a corn pudding, or very soft cornbread.
Author: Random Rachel
A Cuban lady down the street made these every Wednesday...wonderful stuff! She served the beans over a bowl of hot rice, and garnished them with salsa, a little sour cream, and shredded cheese. It was...
Author: momtoellis
A delicious and very traditional dish prepared in various ways throughout the Caribbean and even Scotland. This however, is our way - the general Barbados/Bajan method. A MUST TRY!!
Author: Kinga