Category: Side Dishes
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Shrimp Tempura Recipe
Shrimp tempura is a popular and delicious Japanese dish that consists of crispy battered shrimp that are deep-fried to perfection. This dish has become a staple in Japanese cuisine and is loved by people all over the world for its crispy texture and succulent shrimp flavor. The origins of shrimp tempura can be traced back…
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Locrio Dominican With Vienna Sausage Recipe
Locrio is a traditional dish from the Dominican Republic that is made with rice and meat. The dish is typically made with white rice, but can also be made with yellow or red rice. The meat used in the dish is typically chicken, but can also be made with beef or pork. However, there is…
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Ensalada De Coditos AKA Dominican Macaroni Salad Recipe
Ensalada de coditos, also known as macaroni salad, is a staple dish in Latin American cuisine. It is a cold pasta salad that is typically made with cooked elbow macaroni, mayonnaise, and a variety of vegetables such as carrots, bell peppers, and onions. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue, potluck, or as a…
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Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Jalapeno poppers are a popular appetizer or snack that can be found at many restaurants and bars. They consist of jalapeno peppers that are stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese and sometimes other ingredients such as cheddar cheese, bacon, or chives. These stuffed peppers are then breaded and deep-fried or baked until golden brown…
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Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
You ever go to a Mediterranean restaurant and you’re left in awe at all the sauces, dips, and spreads? I mean, I worked at one spot in high school, back when I wasn’t very savvy with too many cultural cuisines, and I’ll never forget how shocked I was at everything. From the hummus, to the…
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Satay Chicken With Indonesian Peanut Sauce Recipe
Here goes one of my favorite recipes! Satay chicken is so easy to make and so dang good! I love it for a lazy but tasty dinner option, since I just have to marinate and grill the chicken and mix up the peanut sauce. What do I need to make Satay Chicken? Chicken Breast. Boneless…
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Air Fry Tortilla Chips Recipe
This is the best recipe for crispy and delicious tortilla chips. Air fryer style. What do I need to make these tortilla chips? All you need is corn tortillas, oil, salt, and an air fryer. How do I cut tortilla chips? I cut my tortilla chips into 6, but you can cut them into 4…
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Creamy Cucumber Salad Dressing Recipe
Ok I just want to take a moment to acknowledge that before I created this recipe I was really out here eating my cucumbers plain Jane with salt and pepper and the occasional balsamic vinegar. I’ve tried the smashed cucumber salad too, and it’s delicious, but it just doesn’t fit into my day to day…
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Fresh Basil Pesto Recipe
Pesto is such a heavenly sauce. The sharp garlic mixed with fresh basil, rich Parmesan, and good quality olive oil creates a vibrant combination of flavors that is delicious when eaten with pasta, sandwiches, pizza, and so much more. What makes it so great? Well, it’s probably the only renowned pasta sauce that is not…
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Easy Pita Bread Recipe
Somewhere between tortillas and naan lies pita bread. What is pita bread? Pita bread is a notorious flatbread common in the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and surrounding areas. It’s often enjoyed with hummus and chicken shawarma. What’s the difference between pita bread, tortillas, and naan? Well, for starters the ingredients. Naan is made with all…
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Pico De Gallo Salsa Fresca Recipe
Pico de gallo, also known as salsa fresca, is one of my favorite sides when enjoying a classic Mexican dish. The flavors are fresh and balanced, and it adds a spunk of flavor to tacos, quesadillas, and even tortilla chips. What is Pico De Gallo? Pico de gallo translates to “beak of rooster” in Spanish.…
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Jamaican Rice And Pigeon Peas Recipe
This classic Caribbean style rice and pigeon peas recipe is so simple and satisfying, it’ll easily become one of your favorite rice dishes. Rice and peas is usually made with red kidney beans, but they can be substituted with literally any bean. So, for this is the variation of the recipe I chose pigeon peas.…
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Mango Guacamole Sweet And Savory Recipe
Chunky avocado mixed with sour lime and crunchy fresh vegetables are the key ingredients to the infamous guacamole that we all know and love. However, have you ever considered spicing things up a bit? Maybe by adding in some ripe mango?
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Dominican Potato Salad AKA Ensalada Rusa Recipe
Dominican potato salad is a staple dish in the Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic, known for its unique blend of flavors and textures. It is a must-have dish for any traditional Dominican meal, and is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and other casual gatherings. The creamy and tangy taste of this dish will leave you…
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Baked Herb Crusted Tomatoes
Sometimes I have tomatoes that I just don’t know what to do with, and that’s when this recipe comes in handy. Tomatoes are often overlooked when it comes to actually cooking them. Instead, they’re mostly used in salads and sandwiches. But, don’t underestimate the deliciousness of an oven baked tomato. And an herb crusted on…
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Dominican Style Black Beans Recipe
Black beans are one of my favorite beans. I love making this recipe when I’m feeling tired of the classic Dominican beans. You know, put some spice in my life. One thing I kinda love about this recipe is the way all the flavors cooked together and created an almost sweet flavor profile, and I’m…
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Elote Mexican Corn Recipe
This elote corn recipe is a delicious way to spice up your corn on the cob. This corn is traditionally grilled but I don’t own a grill so I chose to boil mine. You could also bake these elotes and they would come out wonderful. I actually tested this recipe out with both sour cream…
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Ecuadorian Lentil Stew With Rice Recipe
This stew is also known as menestra de lentejas. It’s a popular dish in Ecuador that uses lentils, though you can give it a go with any type of bean you have on hand. This recipe calls for minimal and basic ingredients that most of us always have on hand, so it’s known by many…
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Dominican Beans- Habichuelas Guisadas Recipe
Being half Dominicana, I LOVE rice and beans. Over the years I’ve perfected my rice by switching over to basmati rice, adjusting the water ratio, and tweaking the cook time. But I’ve never ever made habichuelas that I truly enjoyed. Before this recipe that is. Now let me clear up that these beans are not…
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Sage Honey Glazed Brussel Spouts & Apples Recipe
Brussel sprouts is one of those vegetables that a lot of people despise. I know this because I once was one of those people, until I gave brussels a true chance. In this recipe I show you a very different way to enjoy your brussel sprouts, with the unique addition of apples. I know what…
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Veggie Packed Pasta Salad
This pasta salad will quickly become a favorite in your home. It’s refreshing, simple, and delicious! You can really add as many veggies as you’d like to this pasta salad, but I just used what I had available. I’d love to give this recipe a try using carrots, pickled onions, artichoke, zucchini, mushrooms, and so…
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Smashed Cucumber Salad Sichuan Style Recipe
I love cucumbers because they’re so fresh and crispy. However, and I hate to admit it, cucumbers get boring. Luckily, I have put together this smashed cucumber salad recipe for us. This cucumber salad is originally a Sichuan recipe. They smash the cucumbers until it naturally separate into 3-4 spears, which disrupts its internal structure…
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Better Than Takeout Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
Fried rice has always been my favorite takeout treat, so I decided to make a vegetable stir-fry my way. This one has a bunch of fresh veggies and a plant based scrambled egg! I used julienned carrots, scallions, and green peas in my vegetable fried rice. You can use any and as many vegetables as…
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Cheesy Mac And Cheese Using Butternut Squash Recipe
VeganMac and cheese was everyone’s childhood favorite. But the type I personally grew up eating was the kind with the powdered cheese… I wonder what exactly is in powdered cheese… Well I’m just glad those days are behind me now! Alternatively, I would eat the mac and cheese made with 100% diary products like butter,…
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Simple Chickpea Hummus Recipe
Hummus is a popular dip and spread that is made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It originated in the Middle East and has been enjoyed for centuries. Hummus is a staple in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines and has become increasingly popular in Western countries in recent years. Why is hummus so…