Experience Puerto Rican culinary heritage as we share easy recipes, tips, and 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.
Easter, Lent, and Seafood Specialties
Puerto Rican cuisine has a deep connection to seafood and plant-based dishes, especially during Lent and Easter when meatless meals take center stage. Rooted in both religious tradition and coastal influences, these dishes highlight fresh fish, hearty legumes, and vibrant flavors that celebrate the island’s culinary heritage. Whether it's a Lenten meal, an Easter feast, or a year-round seafood favorite, these recipes offer a delicious balance of tradition and creativity.
- Grouper Bites, Chicharrones de Mero
- Budín de Pan (Puerto Rican Bread Pudding)
- Pecan Crusted Cheesecake with Guava Berry Coulis
- Bacalaitos, Puerto Rican Cod Fritters
- Arroz Amarillo, Puerto Rican Yellow Rice
- Puerto Rican Mofongo
- Puerto Rican Polvorones (Shortbread Cookies)
- Authentic Puerto Rican Tembleque de Coco
Desserts and Sweets
Puerto Rican desserts are a blend of tropical flavors, rich textures, and comforting traditions that have been passed down through generations. Whether it’s creamy coconut puddings, spiced rice-based treats, or buttery baked goods, these sweets bring warmth and indulgence to any occasion. Many of these desserts are staples during holidays and celebrations, while others are everyday favorites enjoyed with a cup of coffee or as a sweet ending to a meal.
- Pistachio Coquito
- Arroz con Dulce, Puerto Rican Rice Pudding
- Pumpkin Fritters, Barriguitas de Vieja (Old Lady Bellies)
- Quick and Easy, Guilt-free Puerto Rican Tembleque
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!
- Puerto Rican-Inspired Roasted Chicken Thighs
- Budín de Pan (Puerto Rican Bread Pudding)
- Puerto Rican Polvorones (Shortbread Cookies)
- Puerto Rican Empanadillas
- Puerto Rican Rice with Beans
- Best Ever Quick Shrimp and Scallop Stew
- Funche, The simple recipe that became a Building block To Our Puerto Rican Ethnic Roots
- Pinchos de Cerdo, Puerto Rican Pork Kabobs
Side Dishes
Easter in Puerto Rico is marked by vibrant meals that bring family and friends together. Alongside flavorful seafood dishes, hearty and traditional sides complete the festive spread. Mashed yautía provides a creamy and earthy alternative to mashed potatoes, while mushroom soup offers a warm and comforting start to the meal. Guineos en escabeche, pickled green bananas marinated in a tangy garlic and onion sauce, add a bright and zesty contrast to rich main courses. Funche, a simple yet satisfying cornmeal dish, is a staple Lenten side that pairs well with seafood. Whether light and refreshing or rich and starchy, these side dishes bring balance and depth to any Easter feast.
- Arroz Blanco, Puerto Rican White Rice20 Minutes
- Habichuelas Guisadas, (Puerto Rican Stewed Beans)45 Minutes
- Rehydrated Beans9 Hours
- Easy Roasted Eggplant Boats1 Hours
