YOUR FAVORITE COMFORT meal minus the cheese! YES! You read that correctly spicy VEGAN mac and cheese! we all love mac and cheese, but the calories, the dairy, the fat, the bloat...ughhh! Well, with the holidays around the corner, I thought it was time to get to the good stuff, but in a healthier way. … Continue reading Spicy vegan mac and cheese
Vegan Sancocho- Traditional Dominican hearty stew
Sancocho without meat!? Is that even possible!? The answer to your question is simple, Si se puede!!! Vegan sancocho is just as tasty and even more nutritious than a traditional Dominican beef sancocho. I do have to admit when I was finishing up this recipe, I did call my mom to make sure I … Continue reading Vegan Sancocho- Traditional Dominican hearty stew
Easy garlic tostones…The side dish you can’t live without!
What are tostones and where are they from? Tostones the ultimate Latin side dish you just can't live without! Use this recipe to add that extra bit of texture to any meal, or just have it as a tasty savory snack. This recipe is simple, made with just four ingredients, and can be made in under 15 … Continue reading Easy garlic tostones…The side dish you can’t live without!
Nutella Coquito French Toast
Coquito for breakfast!? OH YESSs!! NUTELLA. COQUITO. FRENCH. TOAST!!! SO now that I have your full attention, let's talk about the amazing time of year we find ourselves in or better known as coquito season! For those that may not know what coquito is, be prepared because once you know, there's no turning back! … Continue reading Nutella Coquito French Toast
Easy traditional vegan Coquito
Coquito season is finally here!!! Let's be honest, this is what we've been waiting for all year long, and now the moment is finally here! Coquito season!!! However, what if I told you that coquito season could be enjoyed even more by having vegan coquito instead!? I know... skeptical, I understand. I was skeptical too … Continue reading Easy traditional vegan Coquito
Easy vegan chicharrón de pollo- Dominican fried chicken
chicharrón de pollo minus the pollo...? Vegan chicharrón de pollo, is that even possible!? It sure is! This recipe is just as greasy, flavorful, and comforting. It's one of those recipes that will persuade meat-lovers to open the vegan/ plant-based door. YES! It truly is that good! However, just like chicharrón de Pollo, you … Continue reading Easy vegan chicharrón de pollo- Dominican fried chicken
Vegan garlic sauce- El Colmadito’s mighty mojo sauce
"This simple vegan garlic sauce can be made with only 3 ingredients! It's extremely versatile, and goes well with just about anything . Add it to any dish to elevate it's flavor profile." Garlic sauce with a punch! Garlic sauce...Oh how much we love it! What if I told you that you can make a … Continue reading Vegan garlic sauce- El Colmadito’s mighty mojo sauce
Easy vegan Dominican ensalada de papa- Dominican potato salad
Dominican ensalada de papa – Dominican potato salad!!! I know you’ve been waiting for this one! Now you don’t have to wait for a special occasion to make ensalada de papa, as this recipe is vegan and has less fat than a traditional Dominican potato salad, and guess what... it’s just as good! … Continue reading Easy vegan Dominican ensalada de papa- Dominican potato salad
Easy baked eggplant- berenjena asada
"A serving of eggplant can provide at least 5% of a person’s daily requirement of fiber, copper , manganese, B-6, and thiamine. It also contains other vitamins and minerals." -Medical News Today baked eggplant-berenjena asada... You know that dish Latin parents try to get you to eat, where they hide all the veggies in it? The one … Continue reading Easy baked eggplant- berenjena asada
Not your momma’s Sofrito/Sazon
"Making all of your sauce bases and seasonings from scratch, will always produce the biggest amount of flavor while still practicing clean eating." What is Sofrito/sazon? Sofrito is a base for cooking that is used in many different countries around the world. The French call it "mirepoix", Dominicans call it "sazon", Puerto … Continue reading Not your momma’s Sofrito/Sazon