Experience the Puerto Rican culinary heritage as we share easy recipes, expert tips, and fascinating stories. We invite you to savor the true essence of Puerto Rican cuisine. Delight in a symphony of bold flavors, tropical ingredients, and cultural fusion. Explore our collection of Puerto Rican-inspired and Caribbean-twist recipes.
4th of July with Puerto Rican Flavor
Celebrate summer and the long weekend Puerto Rican-style! Whether you're heading to the beach, firing up the BBQ, or gathering with family, these recipes bring bold island flavors to your Fourth of July.
From Pinchos and Bacalaitos to refreshing Tropical Sangria and Tembleque, these dishes are perfect for a relaxed cookout, a beach picnic, or simply enjoying good food and good company.
- Puerto Rican Steamed Mussels With Sofrito White Wine Sauce
- Guineitos en Escabeche, Puerto Rican Pickled Green Bananas
- Guineos, Platanos, and Banana Leaves: Puerto Rican Staples
- Ceviche de Pescado y Camarones, Grouper and Shrimp Ceviche
- Grouper Bites, Chicharrones de Mero
- Tropical Red Sangria with Rum
- Bacalaitos, Puerto Rican Cod Fritters
- Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Barbacoa
Puerto Rican-style BBQ, or barbacoa, is all about bold marindates, open flames, and unforgettable smoky flavors. Whether it's pinchos by the beach or pork roasting for hours, BBQ brings people together around good food and good vibes. Try Pinchos de Cerdo, Chuletas, or Pan-seared Lamb Chops.
- Pinchos de Cerdo, Puerto Rican Pork Kabobs40 Minutes
- Puerto Rican Garlic Paste10 Minutes
- Mojo Marinade15 Minutes
- Instant Pot Puerto Rican Pernil (Pork Roast)10 Hours 10 Minutes
Sides and salads
Puerto Rican meals wouldn’t be complete without crispy sides and vibrant salads. These dishes balance out the richness of the mains and bring a pop of color and freshness to the table.
Think Tostones, Amarillos (Fried Sweet Plantains), and Ensalada de Coditos (Macaroni Salad), or lighter options like Ensalada Verde con Aguacate (Green Salad with Avocado).
- Tostones de Plátano (Puerto Rican Smashed Fried Plantains)
- Funche, Puerto Rican Grits
- Arroz Amarillo, Puerto Rican Yellow Rice
- Arroz Blanco, Puerto Rican White Rice
Popular Recipes
These are the go-to recipes and receive much love from the community! I hope you enjoy them as much as we enjoy making them. Buen Provecho!
Chicken, turkey, and Duck
- Asopao de Pollo, Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice Soup
- Chicken and Chorizo Stew
- Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo, Chicken and Rice
- Sancocho, Puerto Rican Stew
