These tasty Plantain bites for breakfast inspired by our favorite breakfast, are perfect for brunch or a breakfast buffet. Taste a recipe with video inspired by authentic criollo flavors.
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How to Open a Coconut
Learning how to open a coconut is useful if, like me, you love our many dishes with fresh coconut. Here's a video and my favorite tips and tricks to easily and safely crack a coconut.
Mazamorra (Dominican Auyama Pumpkin Mash)
Try this video recipe for Mazamorra o puré de auyama (Dominican auyama mash) to enjoy this marvelous dish that'll make your breakfast very uncomplicated enjoyable and healthful.
Fruit Punch Recipe (Ponche o Coctel de Frutas)
Ponche de frutas, fruit punch, or fruit cocktail, is a classic at children's birthday parties, and my video-recipe is a healthier, more natural version that kids and adults alike will love.
Dominican Bizcocho Cupcakes
These Dominican cupcakes are made with the same batter our beloved Dominican cake, with the same delicate flavor and heavenly texture. See my recipe and tips to make them.
Tarta Helada (Ice Cream Cake)
If you were around in the 90s in the Dominican Republic, you probably remember a famous dessert from a local chain of ice cream parlors that was very popular: tarta helada. I've taken inspiration from it and dulce frío (Dominican trifle) to make this amazing ice cream dessert.
Suspiro (Meringue Icing for Dominican Cake)
Suspiro (meringue icing for Dominican cake) is the poetic name given to meringue in our country, the perfect icing for our divine national cake.
Glossary of Dominican Words for Foods and Ingredients
Our growing Glossary of Dominican foods and ingredients will help you learn the ins and outs of our cuisine and its terminology, as well as how these are called in other countries.
Casabe (Cassava Bread Recipe and History)
Casabe -a yuca or cassava flatbread- has been eaten here for over a millennia. Learn its history, and how you can make it at home with modern methods with our recipe with video.
Locrio de Arenque (Rice and Smoked Herrings)
Locrio de Arenque (rice with smoked herrings) is a mix of ingredients from faraway lands, and combined into a much-beloved flavorful dish. A video recipe that won't let you down.
Tostones de Guineo Verde (Fried Green Banana)
Don't hesitate to try this recipe for Tostones de guineo if you love tostones but want to add some variety to your meals. See how easy it is, and there's a video and my helpful tips.
Pera-Piña or Perapiña (Rice and Pineapple Drink)
Perapiña, doesn't really contain pears; it's a lovely, refreshing rice and pineapple tropical drink, and a cherished part of Dominican childhood memories. This is a fail-proof recipe.
Asopao de Camarones (Shrimp and Rice Pottage)
Asopao de camarones (shrimp and rice pottage) is a flavorful dish that's easy to make, very forgiving, and oftentimes served at informal get-togethers. This is a fail-proof recipe.
Sanduchitos or Sandwichitos (Quick Mini Sandwiches)
These Sanduchitos or sandwichitos are a must-have in our picadera platters, and I have brought you the simplest, quickest recipe. Have these tasty mini sandwiches ready in no time
Moro de Guandules con/sin Coco (Rice with Pigeon Peas)
Moro de guandules dominicano (rice and pigeon pea) is one of my favorite rice dishes, and with coconut a lovely example of Samana cookery that we"ve enthusiastically adopted.
Healthy Dominican Food and Best Substitutions
If you're looking for healthy Dominican food, substitutions, or adapting our recipes to your preferred diet, I bring many tried and true tips that I've created or learned for decades.
Dulce de Coco Horneado (Flourless Coconut Cake)
Easy, fluffy, and delicious, Dulce de coco horneado (flourless coconut cakes) will melt in your mouth, the very essence of tropical indulgence. It's one of our most favorite desserts.
Molondrones Guisados (Dominican Stewed Okra)
Very popular in Dominican cuisine Molondrones guisados (stewed okra) is served either as a main dish. Flavorful, filling meatless dish that's also great for vegans and vegetarians.
Helados de Potecito (Helado de Guanabana, Mango & Strawberry)
This Helado de potecito recipe (frozen fruit jars) is a new twist on an old childhood treat, and a great way to get your fruit servings. And it has no sugar added! Bring Dominican summer to your home with helado de guanabana (soursop), strawberries, and mango.
Batida de Guineo (Banana Smoothie)
There's so much to like about a batida de Morir soñando de chinola. It's the love child of the all around enjoyable batidas de frutas, and the beloved Dominican Morir soñando, all in one nutritious, refreshing, and tropical drink that can be had as a snack or alongside a meal.
Where Does the Word Mangú Come From?
One of our most beloved dishes, and base of the most Dominican breakfast, if you're curious about its history or the origin of the word mangú, this is what we know for sure.
Mangú (Traditional Dominican Mashed Plantains)
Mangu, or Dominican mashed plantains, is one of our most beloved dishes, and the base of our most iconic breakfast meal. Here I share my true and tested secrets for a creamy mangú nobody can resist.
Jugo de Limón (Dominican Limonada Limeade)
Jugo de limón (limeade) is the easiest, and most economical refreshing drink we can treat guests. Just 3 ingredients, a few minutes, and have a Dominican limonada ready and served.
What's a Fria? Dominican Beer Culture
In the long list of words in Dominicans' culinary glossary, this is a uniquely Dominican term. But what is "una fría"? Sit down with me, let's share one, and I will explain to your the ins and outs of Dominican beer culture, and some other words that'll come handy on your visit.
Tres Leches (Three-Milk Cake)
There’s more than one good reason why this Tres Leches is irresistible and so popular: For some, it’s the rich, creamy sauce that bathes it; for others, it’s the moist cake; and for others still, it’s the delicious topping. For me, it’s all three. Try it, and you’ll see that you’ll love it.
Tostones (Crispy Twice-Fried Plantains)
Tostones –also called fritos verdes (fried green plantain)– are our most popular side dish. Make the crispiest twice-fried plantains with our easy-to-follow tostones recipe with video.
Air Fryer Fritos Maduros (Sweet Plantains)
The fried ones give our lunch meal that savory and sweet touch we absolutely love, but if you want something lighter, this Air fryer fritos maduros video-recipe will be a sure winner.
Plantains Make you Stupid – A Dominican Myth
"El platano embrutece”, I recently heard this for the nth time, but it’s a common saying in the Dominican Republic. It means that eating plantains is associated with intellectual inferiority. Is there any truth to that? Why do we still say it, and does anyone believe that?
Mangu de Guineo Verde (Green Banana Mash)
I grew up with the popular idea that guineitos verdes (green banana) were a healthier alternative to plantain. While this may or not be true, a smooth, creamy Mangu de guineo verde was always as welcome on our table as the traditional plantain Dominican mangú.
Air Fryer Salami and Air Fryer Queso Frito
Dominican salami is always a favorite, and if you love salami frito but prefer something lighter and less cleanup afterward, this Air fried Dominican salami will be a pleasant surprise. Nothing better to pair it with than Air fryer queso de freir for breakfast or dinner.
Air Fryer Chicharron de Pollo (Crispy Chicken Bites)
The traditional fried dish never disappoints, but if you're looking for something lighter, try this crispy, tasty Air fryer chicharrón de pollo chicken. Don't miss out on a great dish!
Morir Soñando de Chinola Batida (Passion Fruit Smoothie)
Batida de Morir soñando de chinola is the all around enjoyable love child of batidas de frutas, and the beloved Dominican Morir soñando. This is the only video recipe you'll need.
Derretido de Queso Dominicano (Dominican Cheese Melt Sandwich)
One of the simplest Dominican sandwiches, Sandwich de jamón y queso, is a ham and cheese sandwich. It is a perfect snack, lunch, or dinner any day. It is a simple and quick recipe to prepare, and you can make it at home with the same flavor as your favorite "barra."
12 Dominican Air Fryer Recipes
Fried foods are very popular in our culture, but if --for any reason-- you don't like frying, we have alternative non-fried versions of our favorite fried recipes. Perfect for the oven and air fryer fanatics.
Air Fryer Longaniza
If you're looking for a very Dominican appetizer or snack, but are keeping an eye on your waist -- or hate cleanup after frying as much as I do -- I have this Air frier longaniza recipe for you. Pair it with Air fryer tostones and serve a light Picalonga to surprise guests.
Café con Leche (Dominican Latte)
One of the simplest breakfasts in the Dominican Republic is a steaming cup of Café con leche (Dominican latte) served with bread. Although it’s very easy to make -- and takes just a few minutes -- here’s how to prepare one that will get your mornings off to a great start.
Jugo de Chinola (Maracuya / Passion Fruit Juice)
Enjoy this lovely, refreshing Jugo de Chinola with this easy video-recipe. Chinola fruit is also known as passion fruit, maracuya, parcha, or parchita in other Hispanic countries.
Guava Recipes: 11 Guayaba Dishes and Guide
Here I share with you the most wonderful guava recipes you can find anywhere. Guayaba, or guava in English, is quite a popular fruit; it has grown and consumed on our island for centuries. We love for its marvelous taste, unmistakable aroma and versatile use in cooking.
Guava Popsicles (Paletas de Guayaba)
Guayaba, the fruit and name for it has deep roots here, where Europeans first encountered this lovely fruit, and from our Taino ancestors they took the name by which we know it today. See how we make this refreshing and nutritious jugo de guayaba (guava juice).
Guava Juice Recipe (Jugo de Guayaba)
With its unique flavor and aroma, guayaba is one of our favorite fruits. Learn how to make this lovely refreshing jugo de guayaba with a quick and easy guava juice recipe with video.
Dominican Food - A Starter Guide
For 25 years we've been documenting Dominican recipes and Dominican food. You will not find a more complete collection of recipes and articles to guide you through our cuisine and culture. If you're curious to learn more, or are researching for a homework, read this.
Crema Pastelera (Pastry Cream for Dominican Cake)
If you're looking to give your Dominican cake a new and adult flair. This Pastry cream or Dominican crema pastelera is a luscious, delicious, less sweet, and versatile cake filling that you can adapt to your own taste by switching the traditional vanilla for other flavorings.