Dominican Mofongo with Garlic Shrimp
Dominican mofongo is a beloved Caribbean dish made by pounding fried green plantains with garlic and crisp pork cracklings. A quick garlic shrimp topping and …
Jamaican Escovitch Fish
Jamaican escovitch fish pairs crisp fried fish with a sharp, colorful pickle of onions, carrots, peppers, vinegar, and allspice. Frying the fish until golden gives …
Puerto Rican Coquito
Coquito is Puerto Rico’s creamy coconut holiday drink, warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and often enriched with rum. Everything blends together in minutes, then …
Jamaican Curry Goat
Jamaican curry goat is a richly seasoned stew with tender goat, potatoes, thyme, and a fragrant curry gravy. It is a classic centerpiece for a …
Trinidadian Doubles with Curried Chickpeas
Doubles are Trinidad and Tobago’s iconic street-food sandwich: two pieces of soft bara wrapped around curried chickpeas and bright chutneys. Prepare the chickpeas first so …
Haitian Soup Joumou (Pumpkin Soup)
Soup joumou is Haiti’s celebrated pumpkin soup, a rich and comforting bowl filled with beef, vegetables, pasta, and fragrant herbs. Marinate and simmer the beef …
Jamaican Rice and Peas
Jamaican rice and peas is a beloved Sunday-table staple, where rice cooks with coconut milk, kidney beans, thyme, scallions, and aromatic spices. The beans and …
Cuban Ropa Vieja
Ropa vieja is a Cuban classic of beef cooked until tender enough to shred, then simmered with peppers, onions, tomatoes, spices, and olives. Browning the …
Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish
Ackee and saltfish is Jamaica’s national dish, pairing delicate canned ackee with salt cod, tomatoes, peppers, onions, and scallions. It is savory, colorful, and deeply …
Classic Cuban Daiquiri
The classic Cuban daiquiri is a clean, bright cocktail built from white rum, fresh lime, and a little sugar. Its simplicity makes balance especially important. …