Brazilian Coulotte Steak by Patti Fisher

Brazilian Coulotte Steak, Picanha is a cut of beef called sirloin cap in the United States that is popular in Brazil. In the United States, it is little known, but referred to as the rump cover, rump cap, or Coulotte. This was a fun one to grill, and we thank Raider Red Meats for sending us something unusual to “play” with! With…

Black Beans with Smoked Bacon (feijoada) by Salad Foodie

More often than not I prepare black beans vegetarian. However I wanted to compare them to a recipe from "South American Cooking: A Step-by-Step Guide to Authentic Dishes Made Easy" (2010). Having made only minor recipe changes, I found the outcome quite tasty. But the earthy flavor of home cooked black beans are always good ~ bacon…

Arroz con Azafran (Saffron Rice) by myra byanka

Easy prep recipe for savory rice using Sazon Goya con Azafran. This recipe will work with Latin, Indian, and other cuisines.

Homemade Smoked Sazon (Seasoning) by myra byanka

Don't buy Goya. Make your own dry sazon for Latin American cooking. This recipe contains no msg, is super easy to make, and is used to prepare meats, poultry, beans, soups, stews, etc. Annato powder (achiote) adds a beautiful color to dishes, such as rice.

Sofrito Rice by myra byanka

Easy recipe to prepare. Serve with Latin American, or grilled foods.

Homemade Sofrito Seasoning by myra byanka

This is a version of the seasoning used in much of Latin America. People often make a batch and freeze most of it in covered ice trays. Sofrito is added to things like soups, stews, sauces, rice, chicken dishes, etc. This version is made with ingredients readily available in groceries and Latin markets in America.

Tex-Mex Beef and Cheese Enchiladas by myra byanka

Tex-Mex 101 enchilada recipe made with ground beef. Only recently are people in Mexico beginning to appreciate Tex-Mex foods, which are essentially south Texas ranch country and Mexican fusion foods. Viva el jalapeno!

Chocolate Caramel Cheese flan cake {aka ChocoFlan cake} by Foodessa

Trading places. Baking magic transforms two separate desserts into one. Physics along with Chemistry makes this scrumptious cake flipping unique. The smooth caramel cheese flan complements the moistness of the chocolate cake foundation. Pecans add the texture needed for the crunch which harmonizes with the smoothness of every…

cowboy guasacaca by Chez la mere

This is a green sauce kept in a plastic squeeze bottle at the register of every food stand and corner eatery in venezuela. They use it like we use ketchup. You get your food, and squeeze some of this awesomeness into it no matter what it is.. There is avocado in it, but it plays a bit more of a minor role lime).

Peruvian Cebiche..err...Caribbean Cebiche! by Arturo Féliz-Camilo

For days I was tempted to prepare a Cebiche after seeing a video from one of my favorite Peruvian cooks. The truth is that I’m not too passionate for raw fish, but Zoyla’s recipe wouldn’t leave my mind. When finally I decided to do it, I had to adjust it, because many of the ingredients of the Peruvian Cebiche are not found in the…

Chilean empanadas by Arturo Féliz-Camilo

Some years ago I tried them and since then I've been a fan!

Empanadas Chilenas by Arturo Féliz-Camilo

Hace algunos años tuve la oportunidad de probar las empanadas chilenas y la verdad es que me quede prendado.

cochin crimson by sunil k.nayar

welcome drink or cocktail drink

Chorizo & Chicken Jambalaya by Brett Ede

Brazillian Chicken Stew by Brett Ede