Caribbean Recipes
In the Caribbean we have been heating and drinking super healthy and organic before social media and the superfood industry began. For those who are not familiar with Soursop, it’s an oval shaped green fruit that has small spikes on the surface. Other names for the fruit are Guyabano, Guanábana and Graviola and it can be found in a variety of tropical regions world wide. The actual edible part of the fruit is the white fibrous pulp found on the inside which has a sweet apple and strawberry slightly sour and citrus tang.
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Garlic fried rice or garlic rice is a great way to freshen up some day old rice. In the Philippines, garlic fried rice is known as Sinangag and it’s a very common side dish served with a variety of meats and topped with a fried egg. This recipe for fried rice is super easy and is a great quick way to liven up some plain white rice. The next time you’re looking at those plain rice leftovers and wondering what to do, give this recipe a try.
Avocado Toast is one of those iconic dishes that people just can’t seem to get enough of. Whether sliced or mashed avocado is an excellent source of healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. In these recipes we will explore three different versions of Avocado Toast that are all easy to make and healthy. They are great as a meal or as a quick snack and we are confident that at least one will fit your nutritional lifestyle. We aim to please with one seafood option featuring, one high protein option and one vegan option.
For those who love coffee but are not necessarily in the mood for a hot cup, Cold Brew might be for you. Although some say cold brew might contain more caffeine than a regular cup of coffee, our recipe is of average strength but can be adapted to suit. With this recipe we also add some Salted Caramel Cream and Syrup to make the drink all the more decedent. This mixture results in a comforting cup of your own homemade cold brew with a creamy sweet and salty caramel flavor. We hope you enjoy!
What is Adobo? Adobo is one word that has many meanings depending on what part of the world you are in. In East Asia Adobo is known as the unofficial national dish of the Philippines made with Chicken or Pork. The dish is named for its mixture of seasonings and the cooking method. In the Caribbean or Central America Adobo is used to refer to a mixture of dried seasonings generally used for meats and has been adapted by commercial brands. The word Adobo however comes from the spanish word ‘adobar’ which means to marinate.
It’s that time of year again when the weather is changing and the trees are turning golden. This is also Pumpkin Spice time of year!!! For those who love this magical blend of spices and the sweet creamy flavor of pumpkin this is the treat for you. This recipe comes all the way from the Caribbean to bring you some of our warmth to help you shake off the chill. We want to share with you one of our favorite local treats that uses our very own local Calabaza or West Indian pumpkin.
Most people associate Pumpkin dishes or drinks with the Autumn/Fall Season. At this time of year the weather begins to get colder and we can see the trees turn from green to oranges, ambers and browns. This for many people is the season for all things Pumpkin Spice. This blend of spices was originally used to flavor Pumpkin Pies which are an American staple around Thanksgiving. However, with this recipe we hope to give you a chilled or warm beverage that’s everything we love about pumpkin and pumpkin spice. Would you like a break from the sugary caffeinated latte?