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Mangu Mangu is a signature Dominican dish of mashed green plantains, deeply tied to Dominican identity, breakfast culture, and Afro‑Caribbean history. At its core, it’s simple—boiled unripe plantains mashed with a bit of fat and hot water—but culturally, it’s huge: comfort food, heritage, and a daily ritual all in one. […]
Sandwichitos de Mezcla are a classic party snack in Puerto Rico — tiny, crustless sandwiches filled with a creamy, savory spread made from ham, cheese, and pimentos. They’re soft, rich, and nostalgic — the kind of bite you’ll find at birthdays, baby showers, and holiday gatherings across the island. Sandwichitos […]
Birria Tacos Birria tacos (also known as quesabirria) are a Mexican dish consisting of pan-fried corn tortillas stuffed with tender, slow-cooked shredded meat—traditionally goat or lamb. However, beef is most common in the U.S. The tortillas are often dipped in the fat from the top of the braising liquid before […]
Arepas from Venezuela. Hello and welcome to a new year of international cooking collabs. Each month, our group of worldwide YouTube chefs makes a dish from a single country. This month, we are in Venezuela. #VenezuelaCuisine This year, I am doing something a little different. Each month, I am teaming […]
Lomo Saltado, a classic Peruvian recipe made with tender strips of beef, onions, tomatoes, and Aji Amarillo chili. Our guest on Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders is Samantha “Sam” Maldonado. Sam is a strategy consultant at Spectrum Non-Profit Services. She has received several awards. These include Women of Influence from […]
Shrimp Ceviche and Jasmin Treske Interview. Shrimp Ceviche is a refreshing and flavorful seafood dish that’s popular in Latin American cuisine. It typically consists of raw shrimp. We are using thawed frozen shrimp. Our guest for “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders” is Jasmin Treske. She is now the Grants Director […]