Puerto Rican
15
Dec
Puerto Rican Holidays: Traditions and foods consumed in Puerto Rico during “Las Navidades”
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Mayra Luz
Let me transport you to a Christmas on the Island. Imagine this... beautiful blue skies, cool air and the aroma of roasted pork coming ...
17
Nov
Pavochón: Most Flavorful Turkey for Thanksgiving
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Mayra Luz
What is Pavochón? Pavochón is a mashup of the words “Pavo” meaning turkey in Spanish, and “chón” which is part of the Spanish word “Lec...
03
Oct
Health Benefits of Root Vegetables +Recipes: Sancocho
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Mayra Luz
What are root vegetables?Root vegetables grow underground. In Spanish root vegetables are often referred to as Vianda. Yams, beets, par...
04
Sep
How to Use Dehydrated Sofrito +Recipe: Bistec Encebollado
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Mayra Luz
How to Use Dehydrated Sofrito +Recipe: Bistec EncebolladoHey, Mayra here, Founder of Healthy Rican. Thank you for being here and readin...
05
Jun
How to Make Bacalao & Puerto Rican Gazpacho
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Mayra Luz
What is Bacalao?In Puerto Rico, a salted cod fish is known as “Bacalao.” Salted cod is when the cod has been preserved by drying after ...
12
Apr
7 Ways to Use Sofrito +Recipe: Habichuelas Guisadas
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Mayra Luz
Sofrito is at the base of many different cuisines, with a beautiful combination of fresh herbs and vegetables. Many countries have thei...
15
Mar
Discover the Secret Ingredients in Puerto Rican Cooking +Recipe: Asopao De Gandules
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Mayra Luz
The secret to Puerto Rican cooking comes from various spices and herbs like culantro aka recao, cilantro, oregano, and other vegetabl...