For anyone looking to turn a culinary corner into slightly more exotic fare, consider this wonderful Brazilian-style Fish Stew. This is an easy version of a common Brazilian dish that never fails to please, even among people who don't usual enjoy fish. It's not only tasty, it's easy to make, healthy, nutritious and yummy.
This recipe combines fresh fish, coconut milk, lime juice, peppers, onions and garlic in a cumin-infused broth. The recipe makes enough to feed 8-10 people, making it excellent for larger gatherings. Cut the recipe in half for smaller groups or families.
Ingredients:
2½ pounds tilapia, cod, snapper, or similar fish fillets, cut into chunks
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 onions, chopped
5 large bell peppers, sliced
2 can diced tomatoes, drained (16 ounces)<...
"Platano" is a Spanish word for the fruit we Americans know as the plantain. The plantain is a heartier older cousin of the sweet, commercial banana, and a fruit I think is underused here in America. Firmer plantains are commonly used for savory dishes, but as they ripen, they become sweeter. When that happens, they become perfect for desserts and other sweet dishes.
Look in the dessert section of the menu restaurants across central and South American restaurants, and you will find fried plantains, or platanos fritos.
This version of plantains is quite versatile. I’ve served it as a simple dessert, but it pairs well many breakfast and lunch staples. If you’re able, make extra honey butter to reserve; it's a great spread that complements the plantains beautifully.
Ingredients:
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Celiac.com 08/07/2013 - Marinated chicken hearts are a common menu item in many bars in South America, especially in Brazil. But they don't get much plate time in the States. This recipe is meant to help change that.
Try these delicious little gems for your next BBQ, tailgate, or friendly cookout. They go great with a nice cold beer, and put a nice spin on the whole 'meat on a stick' tradition.
Ingredients:
2 to 3 pounds of chicken hearts
½ cup of hot water
1 lemon
3-4 cloves garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon fresh ginger
2 teaspoons kosher sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil for basting
dash smoked sea salt, optional
Lemon wedges as garnish
Directions:
Wash and drain the chicken hearts.
Add one teaspoon of sea...
Celiac.com 01/01/2015 - I've been trying to eat more quinoa lately, and this recipe is easy to make, and delivers a tasty, nutritious dish that compliments most any entrée.
Ingredients:
2 cups chicken broth
2 carrots, chopped
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chopped onion
¾ cup slivered almonds
⅓ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
Directions:
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
Sauté onion in oil for 5 minutes, until translucent. Add garlic and carrot, and cook 3 minutes more.
Stir in quinoa and chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and fluffy.
In a bowl, toss quinoa together with almonds and parsley. Serve hot or at room tempe...
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