My inspiration for this recipe started with the traditional Christmas dessert known as tembleque found in my country of Puerto Rico. Panna cotta which is found in Italy is similar and both are very easy to make and very delicate and creamy. When I created this dessert, I tried to combine a little bite of […]
UPDATED August 1st, 2016 The cocina peruana includes not only Chinese influence but also reflects the cuisine of Peru’s Italian immigrant community. A number of traditional Italian recipes have been fused into the Peruvian palette such as this plate of savory green noodles.
Few dishes are easier and healthier than this tuna salad. Jicama has some fascinating qualities. It’s one of the foods that provide the most energy to the human body. In addition, it’s low in calories and has no cholesterol and yet is high in fiber content. It is very typically found in Latin American cuisine particularly in Mexico. It is also found […]
This soup was my favorite when I was young, and it still is. In my country, we call the root vegetables verduras or viandas, and the best part is that if you can’t find all the roots, you can make the soup with the ones you find, or even just one—green plantain, pumpkin or yautía—they […]