08 Friday Jun 2018
Posted in Gluten Free, Herbs, Make Ahead, Marinade, Vegetarian
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fresh ginger, frozen orange juice concentrate, Garlic, lime juice, red pepper flakes, Scallions, soy sauce, vegetable oil
The English-speaking Caribbean offers us some wonderfully complex flavors. Jerk Chicken is one of the dishes that’s synonymous with the islands. It’s has a nice kick of heat, is highly spiced and delicious. Thus, making it the perfect summer grilling dinner. You and your guests will love it. Continue reading
14 Saturday Apr 2018
Posted in Breasts, Gluten Free, Latin Food, Make Ahead, Marinade, Skillet Dinner
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boneless chicken breasts, broth, dry white wine, fresh mint, heavy cream, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, onion, orange juice, orange rum, Oregano, smoked paprika, white rum
I’m sorry I haven’t posted anything recently, but my trusty laptop crashed. I couldn’t believe it, but such is life. So I have a new laptop and I’m up and running again, so I promise to make it up to you. And this recipe is the perfect way to begin. The mojito is a staple Cuban libation. This sauce is a keeper, even for those that think they aren’t crazy about mint. Continue reading
08 Thursday Mar 2018
Posted in Gluten Free, Lemon, Make Ahead, Marinade, Meyer lemon, Salad Dressing, Shallots
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champagne vinegar, honey shallot, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, vanilla bean, vanilla bean paste, vegetable oil
I know you’re groaning about now…oh, no! More citrus…at least this time it’s lemon. And this is using my favorite, Meyer lemons. The vanilla is surprisingly good in a vinaigrette. We don’t use vanilla enough in savory things. This will change all that! Continue reading
05 Monday Mar 2018
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Gai Lan, hoisin sauce, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, spring onions, vegetable oil
This is a really nice side dish for an Asian-inspired dinner. Well, for any dinner, really. I love spring onions. They are like giant scallions, but more onion-y and maybe a bit sweeter. At any rate, they’re darned delicious. Continue reading
01 Friday Dec 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Marinade, Orange, Salmon
Slow-roasting salmon, is simple and allows for more margin of error. In other words, it’s much harder to overcook salmon (or any fish, for that matter). But, it really about the texture. The texture of slow-roasted salmon is silky and unctuous. It’s sexy salmon! You’re going to like this. Continue reading
02 Sunday Oct 2016
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Marinade, Poultry/Chicken, Skillet Dinner
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This was fantastic fried chicken. Not only does this taste fantastic, but you can use up leftover pickle juice. Yeah, I know. Most people simply pour it down the sink, but The Goddess hates waste, so this was the perfect solution. And it brings back a wonderful childhood memory…my mother’s fried chicken. Continue reading
30 Thursday Jun 2016
Posted in Gluten Free, Main Course, Make Ahead, Marinade, Poultry/Chicken, Spanish
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black pepper, Chicken, cumin, Garlic, honey, lime juice, salt
This is perhaps one of The Goddess’s favorite recipes. She could live on this. Originally she marinated whole chickens, then she grilled them over indirect heat. It doesn’t get much better than that. Continue reading
17 Saturday Oct 2015
Posted in Gluten Free, Latin Food, Marinade
This is a great marinade. It is rather naturally Latin by ingredients and works great with chicken breasts. It marries frozen orange juice concentrate, lime juice, with some garlic, herbs and spices. But, there’s a secret ingredient…. Continue reading
18 Thursday Dec 2014
Posted in Gluten Free, Marinade, Sauces, Vinaigrettes
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cumin, Garlic, guajillo flakes, honey, limes, olive oil, Orange, sesame oil
The Latin Lover is not fond of vinaigrettes. He doesn’t care for the sharpness of vinegar. I can’t get enough of that flavor…we’re a mixed marriage. So I came up with this version that works for both of us. It has citrus, honey, and few other little delights to warm his soul. Continue reading
11 Thursday Dec 2014
Posted in Gluten Free, Latin Food, Marinade, Sauces
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beans, cumin, Garlic, gluten free, Latin food, lime juice, onion, orange juice, sauce
Mojo Criollo is really the Cuban version of salsa. It can be used raw, cooked, as a marinade, as a sauce for beans, rice, meat…it would make old shoes taste good! Continue reading
