Foodies and lovers of Carribbean cooking will be inspired by the authentic Puerto Rican recipes in Yvonne's Ortiz's essential cookbook, A Taste of Puerto Rico.
Yellow rice, papayas, guavas, pina coladas, adobo, cilantro, and recaito-color, spirit, and sun-splashed flavor identify the national cuisine of Puerto Rico. A Taste of Puerto Rico is the first major cookbook in years to celebrate the vibrant foods of Puerto Rico, from hearty classics to today's new, light creations. Culinary professional Yvonne Ortiz captures the very best of island cooking in 200 recipes for every course. Adapted for the modern kitchen but completely authentic, these wonderful dishes, bursting with tropical tastes, bring a rich and diverse culinary heritage to your table.
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"Will not only be greatly enjoyed by current aficionados of Caribbean cuisine but will win over a new audience."-Jacques Pepin
"A splendid book for anyone interested in the delectable foods the Caribbean has to offer."-Elizabeth Lambert Ortiz, author of The Complete Book of Caribbean Cooking
"Yvonne Ortiz has done a wonderful job-she is a shining star from the Shining Star."-Lyn Stallworth, author of The Brooklyn Cookbook
"Finally-an authentic Puerto Rican cookbook with a complete culinary history and recipes for us all to enjoy."-Linnette Creen, author of A Taste of Cuba
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Höhe: 231 mm
Breite: 154 mm
Dicke: 20 mm
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978-0-452-27548-5 (9780452275485)
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Yvonne Ortiz is a regular contributor to Gourmet, Cook's Illustrated, and the New York Times, as well as to El Diario/La Prensa, the country's largest national Spanish-language daily newspaper. She was born in New York City, raised in Cayey, Puerto Rico, and now lives in Jersey City, New Jersey.
A Taste of Puerto RicoIntroduction
1. A Historical and Culinary Journey
2. The Basics: the Puerto Rican Pantry
3. Sauces, Dressings, Seasonings, and Marinades
4. Appetizers and Fritters
5. Soups
6. Salads and Vegetable Dishes
7. Plantains and Vegetable Dishes
8. Fish and Shellfish
9. Poultry
10. Beef and Pork
11. Rice, Beans, and Pasta
12. Desserts and Breads
13. Drinks and Beverages
Glossary
Mail Order Sources
Index
