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Ginger tea with cinnamon recipe

This is a simple, Dominican-style ginger tea with cinnamon recipe that can be enjoyed by anyone. Hits the spot on a cold day. Cooler nights in the Dominican Republic during the months of December and January often call for ginger tea. Dominicans do not have "tea time" per se, usually preferring coffee espresso style in the morning and then again after lunch. Tea is enjoyed on those rare cool evenings before bedtime and as a remedy for colds and other ailments. I use ginger almost daily when preparing Asian dishes. The root enhances the flavor and aroma of meat and…

Boiled yuca with onions (yuca encebollada)

Boiled yucca with onions is a delicious side dish made with yuca root (a.k.a. cassava, tapioca) and red pickled onions. Yuca is one of the staples of the Dominican diet, usually eaten for breakfast or dinner. This nutritious root is starchy and has a bitter or sweet taste, depending on the crop. It can be boiled, fried or baked (as in cassava bread). First things first: how to choose and peel yuca roots: Yuca can be found in specialty food stores and supermarkets in major metropolitan areas of the United States that cater to a Latino clientele. You will find…

Oyster mushroom stir fry recipe

This is a vegetarian recipe for oyster mushroom stir fry. Serve with your favorite protein, and/or grain. Easy print recipe. I am a big fan of mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms are great because they cook quickly and evenly. Their earthy taste makes them a good choice for stir fry when combined with small amounts of ginger, garlic or soy sauce. Oyster mushroom stir fry recipe 2 cups of oyster mushrooms1 cup baby carrots1 big red bell pepper1 big or 2 medium size potatoes4 cloves of garlic1/4 bunch of cilantro1 tablespoon cooking oil1 tablespoon of soy sauce2 tablespoons of water Clean and…

Indian-inspired red lentil recipe

This red lentil recipe was inspired by the complex flavors of Indian madras curry and the subtle sweetness of tomato sauce. At 14 grams per 1/4 dry cup, red lentils pack more protein than most legumes, making them a great choice for vegetarians. Red lentils are also an excellent complement to plain rice and make for a nutritious, inexpensive meal. See easy print recipe at the end. This recipe requires a slow cooker. Alternatively, you may cook the lentils on a stove-top for 20-35 minutes on medium heat, using the same ingredients. When cooking beans or lentils, I like to…

Fried eggplant recipe (torrejas de berenjena)

This very simple fried eggplant recipe (a.k.a. torrejas de berenjena) uses an egg wash to achieve a crunchy texture that contrast well with the soft fried eggplant. An old time Dominican recipe and one of my favorites! Fried eggplant recipe 1 big Italian eggplant3 eggs1/2 teaspoon of salt1/4 teaspoon of black pepper1 teaspoon of parsley (oregano or basil flakes (take your pick))1/4 cup frying oil or enough to cover the bottom of your frying pan In a mixing pan, beat the eggs and add the salt, pepper and herbs. Stir.Wash the eggplant and cut it in 1/4 inch thick, round…

Moro de guandules rice cooker recipe (pigeon pea rice)

This moro de guandules rice cooker recipe is an easier alternative to the traditional Dominican cooking method that yields the same results in flavor and texture (minus the concón). At home, we eat rice almost every day. White rice is my one guilty pleasure and many of the Chinese dishes we cook are served on plain rice. So, we own a rice cooker or two. I also own the Dominican "rice pot" that makes good "concón," and although I enjoy making rice the Dominican way, I have to admit that I have succumbed to the convenience of using a rice…

Tofu and vegetables in black bean sauce

This recipe for tofu and vegetables in black bean sauce includes sliced carrots, soy bean sprouts and green onions. Easy print recipe included. Black bean sauce is one of my favorite condiments in Chinese cuisine. The earthy taste of the salted black beans and the rice wine add savory flavor to your meals. Black bean sauce can be found at most Asian markets and specialty food stores. Tofu vegetables black bean sauce 1 tub of medium to firm tofu3 eggs3 cups bean sprouts1 big or two medium carrots1 bunch green onions1/4 cup vegetable oil (peanut oil works great for stir-frying)1…

Dominican black beans recipe – Slow cooker version

This Dominican black beans recipe (a.k.a. stewed black beans or "habichuelas negras guisadas") adapts the Dominican black beans recipe to the slow cooker. This results in the same delicious black beans, without the hassle of stove-top cooking. The calabaza squash and potato add thickness and complexity to this dish. Slow-cooking the beans allows you to set and be worry-free for a few hours. Those who have boiled beans on the stove-top before are familiar with the issues of foaming and boiling over. I like to cook my legumes from scratch and only use canned beans when the dry ones are…