Central American Low Fat Recipes

"This recipe is from www.tastycooking.com. Authentic Costa Rican dish!"

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Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, dried oregano leaves...

"I found this recipe on www.jamaicans.com. We tried this and WOW was it awesome. I did not have allspice berries so I substituted ground allspice using one full tablespoon."

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Ingredients: cinnamon, ground thyme...

"They serve these at a local restaurant here in TX. This is NOT a casserole! These guys are dressed for dinner in their best jackets! The WHOLE potato, baked and split like a white baked potato. You just gotta try these to believe how simple and delish they really are! Enjoy!"

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Ingredients: cinnamon, salt, sweet potatoes...

"This is a recipe for Cuban Sangria that I first had at a pool party in the Little Havana area of Miami. It was made by the host in a large cooler and dipped out during a BBQ and party. It was the best Sangria I have ever had and my wife and I have made it several times since to serve with rave reviews. BEWARE! It is a strong drink and in the summer..."

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Ingredients: fresh mango, coconut rum...

"This spicy Salvadoreno coleslaw is the traditional zesty topping for pupusas (thick corn tortillas stuffed with cheese). You can also try serving it with fish or black beans, inside burritos or on top of quesadillas."

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Ingredients: cumin, distilled white vinegar...

"This is a low-fat recipe I got out of one of my moms weight watchers cookbook and I've been making it for years. The DH loves it and it's great to make on cold days and fine for big portions. SPECIAL NOTE: This soup can easily be modified. Add more ham and cheese if you’d like, or add cubed chicken or Turkey instead of ham. If you add more veggies..."

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Ingredients: pepper, fresh parsley, ham...

"And boy does it work! Brings back memories of the old "Soggy Dollar" on Jost Van Dyke!"

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Ingredients: cream of coconut, dark rum...

"Yummy fried dough. Not sweet!"

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Ingredients: oil, salt, water...

"Similar to Puerto Rican and Cuban, rice and beans. This is the version from the Dominican Republic. This is a staple dish for Christmas. We also make the same with red kidney beans. Try to boil your own beans instead of using the canned type. I find it makes a great difference. Just put about 2-3 cups of raw beans in 4-5 cups of water and boil over..."

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Ingredients: dried oregano, fresh cilantro...

"This is a refreshing beverage once again from my country. It's a funny name because it actually means "To die while sleeping" I don't know why. In the Dominican Republic this is usually made with fresh squeezed oranges; it tastes much better."

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Ingredients: evaporated milk, ice...

"A Jamaican favorite, easy to make and tastes great. One the whole family can enjoy making together."

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Ingredients: cinnamon, salt, flour...