Capeta, which means devil in Portugese, is the name of this Carnival must-have drink, very popular in northern Brazil. This calls for guarana powder, which comes from a berry grown in Brazil and Venezuela;...
This is a variation of Chilean empanadas that I made to simplify my husband's favorite recipe from his home country. The meat filling is a harmonious mix of beef, raisins, and olives that will make your...
This is an authentic Brazilian ground beef and vegetable recipe which I tweaked to my family's liking. Who says ground beef has to be boring?! Serve over hot white rice.
A traditional favorite in my family, Brazilian carrot cake is very different from the American version. The popular cake is topped with homemade chocolate frosting, and perfect to serve with a glass of...
This is a trendy dessert in Argentina. Includes the Argentinean form of caramel 'Dulce de Leche'. It is easy to make but if it is available to you it is cheap and served with just about anything in Argentinean...
My wifey is Peruvian and a favorite dish is called lomo saltado, which tastes better than the ingredients are strange -- beef and onions over French fries. This vegetarian recipe is perfect if you do not...
Need to sneak some vegetables by a picky eater? These empanadas, inspired by a trip to Mendoza, Argentina, are the perfect vehicle for spicing up boring vegetables. Use homemade dough if you want, but...
This is a traditional Argentinean soup, it is meant to be very thick! It is simple and most people have to experiment with the ingredients to make it spicy enough for their family. This is how we have...
I made this Rachael Ray recipe when we had a group of friends over -- someone made the taquitos, I made the burritos, and I had made the sauce ahead of time and just reheated it. Using rotisserie chicken...
I had a dish similar to this in a restaurant when visiting my family in Tampa. I have tried to recreate the recipe through taste and recipes I have found in my cookbooks. It is a very pretty salad and...
The key to making a great chimchurri sauce is having fresh herbs and patience. With both combinations, you can make a natural herb sauce for meat that will both inspire, enhance, and showplace your meat...
I was taught by my Peruvian mother-in-law how to cook some of my husband's favorite meals. I have perfected one of her dishes...she even says it is better then hers!
Posted from an online source in response to a recipe request. Serve with white rice, potato masala and string beans, pumpkin or cabbage as a vegetable. Cooking time is approximate.
The Caipirinha is the national cocktail of Brazil. Made with a sugar cane rum known as cachaca, limes and sugar, it's a sweet, yet tart taste of South America
An easy pan-braised fish dish with traditional Latin American flavors. This is how snapper is served in Colombian restaurants. Serve with boiled potato, boil yuca, rice and beans.
Brazilian bolo baeta, or 'milk cake', is gorgeously moist and a unique change from the norm. One of the most popular cakes in Northeastern Brazil, it's very easy to do as it's whipped up in a blender.
This is a traditional cookie that is much loved in most Latin cultures. Even my mother in law says they're the BEST, and that is saying a lot considering she is from Mendoza, Argentina!
Thanks, Sarah, for giving me this recipe!! Usually enchiladas are dry and bland, especially the next day. But this recipe is the exception...moist and spicy and fabulous. You won't be disappointed!
I found this recipe on INeedCoffee.com website. It was submitted by Gary Skinner. He writes "The idea for integrating coffee and barbecue came when I was slow cooking some pork ribs one hot and humid summer...
This a raw oysters topped with a "granita". The crispness of the ice and creamyness of the oysters makes a nice balance. You will need to shuck the oysters or buy them on the half shell if possible. Prep...
This is a Colombian dish that my Mother-in-law taught me. Her version is a little different, but I changed it to suit my busy family's lifestyle. Make rice and serve the gravy on top. It's delicious!
White cooked rice is combined with fresh chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese and deep-fried to perfection. Great as a side dish. An original from Brazil. Serve hot.
In this hot summer season what can be better than a cool and refreshing splash of lemonade? Not just a typical lemonade; it's beyond that. It has an additional ingredient to enhance the sweetness level....
This different pork flavor is delicious served over rice and has always been met with praise. The spices in the marinade can stain, so I use a metal bowl to do the marinating in (also wear an apron!)....
This is a deliciously light dessert that works well for summer picnics or even between cake layers. My Peruvian mother-in-law was kind enough to give me this recipe, and I thought you might like it, as...
This wonderful dish has so much flavor. It reminds me of the great flavors of Colombian cooking. Slow-cooked, simmered steak makes this dish so tender and juicy! If you desire some heat, like I do, add...