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Cook Puerto Rican classics at home
Puerto Rican food carries family stories, island history and the flavor of a shared table. This new Cleveland Boricua section will make those dishes approachable with exact ingredient quantities, preparation and cooking times, clear directions, serving ideas and the cultural notes that make each recipe special.
What every recipe will include
- A complete ingredient list with quantities
- Preparation time, cooking time and serving size
- Step-by-step directions written for home cooks
- Substitution tips and common mistakes to avoid
- The story and tradition behind the dish
Recipes coming to the kitchen
Arroz con gandules
Puerto Rico’s signature seasoned rice with pigeon peas and sofrito.
La Fiebre 101.7 FM
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Slow-roasted pork shoulder with garlic, oregano and crispy cuerito.
Mofongo
Fried green plantains mashed with garlic and chicharrón, with options for shrimp, chicken or vegetables.
Pasteles
A family project built from seasoned masa, savory filling and banana leaves.
Alcapurrias and empanadillas
Two beloved frituras with instructions for dough, fillings and safe frying.
Tembleque
A smooth coconut pudding finished with cinnamon.
Have a family recipe you want Cleveland Boricua to feature? Send us the dish, its story and the person who taught you how to make it.