Best Latin American Recipes - Allrecipes.com

recipes

Photo of: Taco Seasoning I

Taco Seasoning I

Submitted by: BILL ECHOLS 
Chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a few other easy-to-find spices make up this taco mix recipe. Cheaper than packaged versions! 
Photo of: Dominican Style Oatmeal

Dominican Style Oatmeal

Submitted by: Pepita 
After living in the Dominican Republic for many years, I came to appreciate their tasty and easy way of making oatmeal. The texture is more creamy and liquidy, and the flavor is comforting in the morning. 
Photo of: Caribbean Zucchini Bread

Caribbean Zucchini Bread

Submitted by: tahoegirl 
Living In: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
This version of zucchini bread adds a Caribbean flair with the inclusion of coconut. 
Photo of: Pork Stew in Green Salsa (Guisado de Puerco con Tomatillos)

Pork Stew in Green Salsa (Guisado de Puerco con Tomatillos)

Submitted by: PLATO712 
Tender chunks of pork are seasoned, browned, and simmered with tomatillos, cilantro, and green chilies to make a rich, flavorful stew. Serve with Spanish rice and warm tortillas. 
Photo of: Green Chile Spinach Quiche

Green Chile Spinach Quiche

Submitted by: nica36 
You can add other meats or veggies to suite your taste, and this quiche can be baked with or without pie shells. 
Photo of: Ken's Kickin' Posole

Ken's Kickin' Posole

Submitted by: Ken from CA 
Living In: Camarillo, California, USA
Pork and hominy simmer with roasted chiles and onions in a velvety red sauce in this version of the classic dish. 
Photo of: Rum-Spiked Horchata

Rum-Spiked Horchata

Submitted by: TimG 
Home Town: Columbus, Ohio, USA
The Mayans and Aztecs called this creamy, rum and vanilla-flavored cocktail 'the drink of the gods.' 
Photo of: Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Provided by: Dole
Hot, grilled shrimp are dressed with a sauce made from Taco Ranch Dressing, and served on warmed flour tortillas. 
Photo of: Carne en su Jugo (Meat in its Juices)

Carne en su Jugo (Meat in its Juices)

Submitted by: Tequila Pro! 
Home Town: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA
Small pieces of flank steak are simmered with a tomatillo sauce and mixed with pinto beans and crispy crumbled bacon in this recipe from Guadalajara, Mexico. 
Photo of: Hummingbird

Hummingbird

Submitted by: HILARY2000 
An alcoholic drink served in Jamaica. Contains rum cream liqueur, coffee liqueur, strawberry syrup, banana, and milk and ends up having a smoothie consistency. 
Photo of: Budin (Puerto Rican Bread Pudding)

Budin (Puerto Rican Bread Pudding)

Submitted by: Nande 
Budin is a traditional anise-flavored Puerto Rican bread pudding, this recipe was provide to me by a friend and I thought I share it with you all. Enjoy! 
Photo of: Caribbean Fruity Salsa

Caribbean Fruity Salsa

Submitted by: sweethunibabi 
Home Town: Bloomfield, New Jersey, USA
Living In: Holmdel, New Jersey, USA
This three-fruit salsa is sweet and spicy at the same time. It makes a wonderful accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken, is perfect served with tortilla chips, and can even be served with granola and yogurt for breakfast! 
Photo of: The Aztec Five-Step

The Aztec Five-Step

Provided by: Christine L.
A flavorful, meaty chicken stock is served over sauteed vegetables and fried cubes of potatoes in this stew seasoned with epazote, cumin and oregano. Garnish with avocado, tortilla chips and grated jack cheese. 
Photo of: Quick Mango Salsa

Quick Mango Salsa

Submitted by: whitney 
This fruity salsa is great with pita chips. You could use it to top salmon or your favorite grilled fish, steak, or pork chop. You can add pineapple for even more of a tropical flair. The possibilities for this recipe are endless! 
Photo of: Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones estilo Mexicano)

Authentic Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones estilo Mexicano)

Submitted by: Mexican Sweetheart 
A refreshing and authentic Mexican shrimp cocktail with plenty of spicy flavors makes a perfect starter or a light meal. Serve it chilled with saltine crackers on the side. The trick is to start with well-chilled shrimp, ketchup, and clam-tomato juice so it can be ready after only chilling 1 hour in the fridge. 
Photo of: Mexican Chorizo

Mexican Chorizo

Submitted by: James 
Living In: Davis, West Virginia, USA
You'll need a meat grinder, either hand or electric, to make this homemade chorizo sausage brimming with spices. The sausage should rest overnight to develop its full flavor. Fry as patties, or stuff into casings and grill. 
Photo of: Torta De Hojas

Torta De Hojas

Submitted by: ILIKECAKES 
Called 'Cake of Leaves,' this cake has 10 cookie layers sprinkled with brandy, then separated by walnuts and caramel. The caramel filling is made by boiling unopened cans of sweetened condensed milk until thickened. 
Photo of: Ensalada Rusa

Ensalada Rusa

Submitted by: Linda V. 
Home Town: Los Angeles, California, USA
Versions of this easy Russian-style salad of beets, potatoes, eggs, and mayonnaise are found all over Latin America. This easy 4-ingredient version is from El Salvador. 
Photo of: Ropa Vieja (Cuban Meat Stew)

Ropa Vieja (Cuban Meat Stew)

Provided by: Goya
A filling beef meal, Ropa Vieja is a main course of shredded and braised beef with plenty of healthy, tasty vegetables like onions, peppers and olives. Our GOYA® Ropa Vieja recipe is sure to satisfy the hungriest of appetites. Lots of rice adds a fluffy texture to a full plate, too. Serve Ropa Vieja with GOYA® Frozen Ripe Plantains for a classic Latin pairing. 
Photo of: Pisco Sour II

Pisco Sour II

Submitted by: Patty Q. 
Home Town: Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
Living In: Los Altos, California, USA
Try this popular blended Chilean cocktail made with pisco and lime juice and topped with aromatic bitters. 

 
ADVERTISEMENT

Related Videos

How to Clarify Butter

See a simple process that lets butter withstand higher heat.

Organic Homemade Baby Food

What's cooking in Ypsilanti? Brenda's yummy homemade baby food.

How to Cook with Wine

Build rich flavors in sauces and reductions by simply adding a splash of wine!

Recently Viewed Recipes

You haven't looked at any recipes lately. Get clicking!
Quick Links: Recipe Box | Shopping List | More »
 
Argentina  |  Australia & New Zealand  |  Brazil  |  Canada  |  China  |  France  |  Germany  |  India  |  Italy  |  Japan  |  Korea  |  Mexico

Netherlands  |  Poland  |  Quebec  |  Russia  |  SE Asia  |  United Kingdom & Ireland  |  United States