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The Real Mojito

This is an authentic recipe for mojito. I sized the recipe for one serving, but you can adjust it accordingly and make a pitcher full. It's a very refreshing drink for hot summer days. Be careful when...

Author: Brandy

Bajan Green Seasoning

a secret ingredient in most caribbean kitches, this is good for anything from brushing on chicken or adding to stews and soups. It calls for one week to mature but i am sure 4 or 5 days will be enough...

Author: MarraMamba

Coquito Balls (Caribbean Style Rum Balls)

"Coquito" literally means "little coconut" in Spanish, but it is also the name of a delicious Puerto Rican-style eggnog that uses rum and coconut milk. These no-bake Coquito balls are my version of rum...

Author: fabeveryday

Chicken Ropa Vieja

Ropa Vieja is a mainstay of the Cuban-American diet. It's traditionally made with skirt steak, a stringy cut of meat with the poetic name fajita (girdle) in Spanish. This recipe uses chicken breast and...

Author: crcowley

Jerk Style Black Beans

Make and share this Jerk Style Black Beans recipe from Food.com.

Author: KristinV

Tamara's Jamaican Apple Pie

An apple pie with a Jamaican twist, not your ordinary apple pie. My original recipe.

Author: kaleighna

Caribbean Pumpkin Fritters

Make and share this Caribbean Pumpkin Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Author: elizparodi

Grilled Salmon With Kiwi Salsa

Salmon fillets are marinated for 30 minutes, grilled, then served with a fresh salsa made with kiwi, cilantro, and fresh lime. Steamed asparagus make a delicious and healthy side dish.

Author: threeovens

The Cuban Burger 'FRITA'

You will love this burger. It's a total delight from the first bite to the last. Serve on hamburger buns topped with ketchup and honey mustard and a side of shoestring fries.

Author: CubanCook48

Jerk Snapper

Easy to make in your oven or you may opt to cook it on the grill if you wish. Has a nice spicy flavor. If you like blackened snapper, you will love this! If you like the fish, but want it less spicy, just...

Author: PalatablePastime

Grilled Caribbean Coconut Shrimp With Rum Marinade

Taken from chilicheesefries.net; posted for ZWT 5. "This recipe is fantastic for any time you want to cook out with Caribbean inspired flavors such as rum, allspice, citrus, cinnamon, Scotch bonnet peppers...

Author: alligirl

Rundown (Jamaican Codfish Curry)

From Bittman's, "The Best Recipes of the World". He suggests serving this with coconut rice. He also suggested coconut rice with beans, but I think that would be a complete meal in itself. You can garnish...

Author: Debbie R.

Healthy Crispy Fish Sandwich With Pineapple Slaw

From Eating Well magazine. Crispy fish doesn't have to be deep-fried to be tasty. This is a healthier version with a yummy pineapple slaw. Note: don't used crushed pineapple, it is too small for the slaw....

Author: LifeIsGood

Jamaican Escovitch Fried Red Snapper

When we travelled from Kingston to Ocho Rios, I remember grabbing food from street merchants. We stuck our hands out of the car to buy bags of guinep, peppered shrimp, mangoes and coconut water. Guinep...

Author: Briana Riddock

Kirsten's Cuban Chicken and Rice

I am half Cuban, and I remember my grandmother making this dish for us every time she came to visit. I have scoured the internet for different recipes, finally settling on this one that I have made my...

Author: LucyLoo224

Ginger, Lemon and Garlic Swordfish Steak.

Make and share this Ginger, Lemon and Garlic Swordfish Steak. recipe from Food.com.

Author: Maiumlteacute G.

Puerto Rican Chicken

My Grandma comes from Puerto Rico and she got this recipe from her mom, who made it because they were poor and it streched out the food to feed her 8 kids and all of the neighbors too!

Author: Country Cookin Mama

Spicy Cuban Mojo Chicken with Mango Avocado Salsa

Thanks to Mrs. Sequilla, a good friend's mom down in Little Havana, South Florida! She shared this recipe that was her grandmother's favorite. Everytime I make it someone asks for the recipe.

Author: weekendchef

Grenadian Spice Cake

This recipe hails from Grenada-and would be a grand finishing touch to your favorite Caribbean or spicy meal. Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with fresh fruits of the season.

Author: MARBALET

Daiquiri

This refreshing drink is made with strawberries, rum and lemon-lime soda blended with ice for a great summer cool down.

Author: flossi

Shrimp Escabeche With Ginger Grilled Pineapple

Traditionally escabeche is made by pickling fried fish. Susser's quick version features sautéed shrimp in a cilantro marinade with tangy grilled pineapple. Liberal use of local citrus and tropical fruits...

Author: NcMysteryShopper

Bahama Shrimp Skewers

Rum, shrimps, pineapple...Just a few of the great flavors in this dish that remind you of a relaxing Summer vacation in the Islands :) I often adjust one of my recipes ( Recipe #367464 ) that I posted...

Author: Bellinda

Red Snapper Steamed in Banana Leaves

I found this recipe in a Hispanic magazine dealing with Caribbean Seafood. The actual name of the recipe is Pargo Rojo Al Vapor en Hojas de Platano. Pargo is a fish very similar to the Atlantic Red Snapper....

Author: Jostlori

Jamaican Chicken, Rice, and Bean Salad

Make and share this Jamaican Chicken, Rice, and Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Author: VictoriaL

Baked Haitian Fish

Baked Haitian fish fillets. Delicious and very healthy with a bit of a kick! Best served with steamed white rice.

Author: Yvonne Aguilar Blackburn

Chicken Breasts in Ginger Lime Sauce

Another great recipe given to me by my friend John from his caribbean cookbook. This is a simple chicken to make and is very moist and tender. Enjoy ;)

Author: Vseward Chef-V

Hummingbird

An alcoholic drink served in Jamaica. Contains rum cream liqueur, coffee liqueur, strawberry syrup, banana, and milk and ends up having a smoothie consistency.

Author: HILARY2000

Caribbean Mango Tilapia

Tilapia (teh-LAH-pee-uh), sometimes referred to as St. Peter's fish or Hawaiian sunfish, is a farm-raised white fish with a delicate texture and sweet flavor.

Author: lazyme

Dark 'n' Stormy Ginger

Bring the taste of the tropics home to wherever you live with this boater's favorite drink. Be careful because they can creep up on you! You can use ginger ale if you need to but real ginger beer is what...

Author: AZ

Caribbean Spice Rub

Make and share this Caribbean Spice Rub recipe from Food.com.

Author: LARavenscroft

Jamaican Ham and Bean Soup

I got this recipe from an old Pillsbury cookbook. I have not tried this yet but it sounds very interesting. Its not like your typical ham and bean soup. Let me know what you think.

Author: mommyoffour

Pescado Con Coco (Fish in Coconut Sauce)

This recipe is popular in the Sumana Peninsula of the Dominican Republic. Serve with rice to soak up the sauce. Posted for ZWT 5.

Author: Kim127

Spicy Shrimp Skewers

This spicy, sweet, tropical recipe is perfect for summer grilling. Serve with seasoned rice and margaritas.

Author: lisascooking

Mofongo with Chicken

Inspired from a vacation in Puerto Rico, this recipe is a blending of many mofongo recipes found online. I combined several recipes until I found the right one for me. I hope you enjoy it as much as I...

Author: Wenani97

Caribbean Marinade

Have had this recipe in my files for years - not sure where I found it. The citrus juice in this marinade helps to tenderize pork or chicken.

Author: DailyInspiration

Grilled Jamaican Jerked Pork Loin Chops

I like to buy a whole pork loin then cut them into chops so that I can get the thickness just right. You can also use the marinade with pork tenderloin, baby back ribs, and chicken.

Author: Ryan Nomura

Plantain Chips (Platanutres)

Plantains are a member of the banana family and look like large bananas. They are hard and starchy when green, and are used much like a potato. They turn yellow, and then black, as they ripen. This is...

Author: Sharon123

Caribbean Curry

a yellow curry that you would use to make Chicken Roti or something similar, light and saucy with or without vegies or potatoes.

Author: Robin Cowdrey

Sweet Plantain Pie

'Piononos' are a Puerto Rican dish that have sweet ripe plantains wrapped around a ground meat filling, then breaded and fried. This fills my craving for them even though it is layered and baked. I served...

Author: nancyzalani

Coconut Coquito

Coconut eggnog, a national tradition in Puerto Rico, this is the quintessential holiday drink.

Author: Emilie

Caribbean Fusion Shrimp and Rice

This recipe has fantastic flavor, hands down my favorite shrimp and rice recipe. It is adapted from a recipe I once found on FoodNetwork.com.

Author: J.SaltyDog

Pina Colada Sorbet

This is my sorbet version of a favorite drink - Pina Colada! It's creamy, cool, pineapple-coconutty and a wonderful summer dessert. Enjoy!

Author: CALLALILLIE

Caribbean Shrimp Skewers

© 2014 Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All rights reserved. Zip off to the Caribbean with the tropical flavors of jerk spices, shrimp and pineapple! These easy skewers are perfect for a picnic, party...

Author: Turner Broadcasting

Caribbean Holiday Shrimp

This recipe came from an estate sale, the family collection was purchased in Mesquite, TX in 2000. Cook time is chilling time. Posted for ZWT5.

Author: TxGriffLover

Caribbean Chicken (Marinade)

Inspired by jerk chicken for my family and we just love it! Use the seeds in the peppers if you like the heat. Hope you enjoy it!

Author: little_wing

Jamaican Jerk Spiced Tempeh Nuggets

This combination of spices is popular in Jamaica and adds that this vegetarian and vegan tempeh recipe could be served either as an hors d'oeuvres or as a main dish. I imagine that this could easily be...

Author: KristinV

Calypso Fish

An interesting blend of spices give this fish dish a caribbean feel. Serve with rice and/or steamed veggies.

Author: English_Rose

Caribbean Red Beans and Brown Rice

Make and share this Caribbean Red Beans and Brown Rice recipe from Food.com.

Author: Pastryismybiz

Cubanos Frijoles

Originally this came from a Cuban friend, but I've since doctored it quite a bit. This dish is hearty and a meal in itself. By adding more meat, beans, and rice, you can feed a large group of people. You...

Author: William C. Smith

Breezy Key Lime Pie with Strawberry Rhubarb Glaze

This tangy, sweet pie is sure to tickle the tastebuds of anyone who loves the crisp, tart flavor of fresh lime and berries. Made in a sweet vanilla crust, it's the perfect end to a light, fresh meal. It's...

Author: Diamonds_Nine