These oven-cooked carnitas fajitas are so good. They’re the perfect balance of savory and a hint of sweetness I love. The carnitas are slow-cooked in a Dutch oven with a fresh citrus combo of navel orange juice, fresh lemon juice, tons of garlic, and an earthy blend of spices like cumin, chili powder, and Mexican oregano, finished with perfectly caramelized sweet onions and bell peppers for the perfect fajitas! Served on a bed of cilantro lime rice and a light serving of black beans, topped with fresh cilantro, and a hint of freshly squeezed lime for the perfect dinner! Table of Contents Car ..read more

If you’ve ever wondered how to cut onions for fajitas, It’s simpler than it looks and takes roughly 5 minutes to cut a whole onion. Here are quick and easy steps to get you the best fajita recipe.  All you need is a sharp knife (we don’t want to cry over sliced onions), a large red onion, and a large, stable wooden cutting board. Don’t worry. Cutting onions for fajitas is a breeze. There’s no wrong way to do it, just a few simple steps and two key tips I highlight below. Original Post: 9/19/2023 Table of Contents The Basics: What are Fajitas? What Kind of Onions Should You Cut for Faji ..read more

This citrusy, garlicky pollo asado cubano (Cuban roasted chicken) is juicy, tender, and easy to make. It’s the perfect recipe year-round and for days when you’re craving something delicious that doesn’t require much prep time. The key to this recipe is the fresh orange and the sour, citrusy, garlicky marinade mixture. I also love Trader Joe’s Cuban seasoning blend, while you can make the blend all your own, the special combination of bitter orange and lime oil is delicious, and all the other spices make the perfect Cuban seasoning. Table of Contents Why This Pollo Asado Recipe Works Ingredi ..read more

I’m obsessed with this pork belly fried rice recipe. It has the crispiest, crispy, juicy pork belly chunks—topping a salty, tangy, umami-filled rice with a pop of sweet pineapple. It’s out of this world delicious! And on repeat in my home. Table of Contents Full Ingredient List and Ingredient Variations Equipment Top Tips Step-by-Step Instructions For A Delicious Pork Belly Fried Rice Recipe (With A Hint Of Latin Flavors) Storage Some Of My Favorite Rice Dishes Full Ingredient List and Ingredient Variations Simple ingredients for a delicious chicharron fried rice recipe. Many of these ing ..read more

The best meal on a rainy day or at the end of a long week is arroz con huevo frito (fried egg) on white rice or rice with a hint of soy sauce and sesame oil. Table of Contents The Best Eggs Ingredients Equipment Needed For A Quick Recipe Top Tips Step-by-Step Instructions Side Dish Recommendations FAQs The Best Eggs A U.S. Grade AA or A pasture-raised egg is the best for the perfect fry. The grade AA or A quality indicates the egg’s freshness and firmness of the white as labeled by the USDA. If you’ve ever noticed, the white becomes runny when an egg is closer to its expiration date. The ..read more

Pollo asado chicken has tons of earthy flavors with a hint of acidity and citrus. And you might have heard about it in Chipotle’s 2023 menu, but pollo asado is a classic Latin American recipe. Every country and region has its own twist, but they’re all incredibly delicious. What is Pollo Asado? Pollo asado is perfectly seared chicken marinated in bold Mexican spices, red peppers, and a mixture of citrus juices like lemon juice, lime juice, and fresh orange juice. Some spices include chili powder, dried ancho chili, and achiote powder (or achiote paste), and it depends. There is no one way to s ..read more

Milanesa de pollo empanizado is an absolute must-try for anyone who appreciates tender chicken cutlets with a crispy, breaded exterior, like me! Paired with a fresh squeeze of lime and a side of sauce, pollo empanizado is not only a popular dish in my home but one of my top five favorite dishes.  And I love a good air-fried crispy chicken when looking for a lighter version of this classic. Original Post: Aug 27, 2023 Table of Contents Milanesa de Pollo Pollo Apanado vs. Milanesa de Pollo vs. Pollo Empanizado Ingredients and Substitutions Equipment Needed Instructions For The Simplest T ..read more

Air fryer sweet plantains are so simple to make and surprisingly as good as the classic fried sweet plantains, with a lighter twist. Maduros are naturally sweet and taste good with protein, rice, beans, or any dish. Table of Contents Air Fried Plantains vs. Deep-Fried or Pan Fried Ingredients and Substitutions Equipment Needed For Sweet Fried Plantains Top Tips For The Best Air Fried Maduros Instructions For The Best Air-Fried Maduros Can I Store Leftover Air Fryer Plantains? FAQs Air Fried Plantains vs. Deep-Fried or Pan Fried Air-fried maduros are my new favorite because they are way le ..read more

Packed with natural sweetness, sweet plantains are nature’s dessert. Maduros have a distinctly sweet, nutty caramel flavor when cooked. Even more incredible when the ripened plantain is cooked, the natural sugars create these crispy ridges of crystallized caramelized texture goodness. So, when you take that first bite, you bite through the caramelized sugar and experience a range of sweet flavors. What I love about plantains, and what makes them so unique, is that you have to earn a sweet plantain. They take time to ripen to make a maduro, so as a kid, we seldom had plantains ripe enough to ma ..read more

Beans have been a source of nourishment and nutrition for generations worldwide, especially in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Whether farmers seeking a rich source of protein or families wanting to provide their children with a balanced meal high in dietary fiber, beans are a tiny powerhouse that comes in various colors, shapes, and sizes. They are highly regarded by people on plant-based diets seeking a good protein source and a great source of fiber. Let’s compare the two most popular and common beans: black beans vs kidney beans. Table of Contents Black Beans Kidney ..read more