Category Archives: Spain

GRILLED GAZPACHO

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

May’s challenge for the Creative Cooking Crew is “what are you bringing to the BBQ?”. So many options and ideas, but what I wanted was something refreshing for a hot summer day…Gazpacho!

Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, International Dishes, Soups - Cold/Hot, Spain | 13 Comments

COD FISH FRICASSEE – BACALAO EN SALSA

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Posted in Appetizers, Bacalao, Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico, Spain, Vinegar | 15 Comments

GREEN PAELLA WITH GREEN CHILE CHORIZO

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I remember watching Rick Bayless make this green chile chorizo from Toluca, Mexico. It has always been tucked away in the back of my mind. When our Creative Cooking Group decided that June’s theme would be “color”. Pick a color (just … Continue reading →

Posted in International Dishes, Latin Contemporary, Meats, My recipes, Paella, Rice/Risotto, Sausage, Spain, String beans, Tapas | 28 Comments

Albóndigas en Salsa de Almendra – Meatballs in Almond Sauce

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

A friend asked that I make him something different for his tapas birthday party and decided on these meatballs. They originate from Catalonia, Spain and they deserve an Ole!

Posted in Appetizers, Meats, Party Menus, Spain, Tapas | 19 Comments

Patatas a la Importancia – Potatoes “of Importance”

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I have been absent from posting and commenting for a little while and I must apologize to all of you that I follow. For a moment there I lost my “mojo” and was a little out of it as I … Continue reading →

Posted in Meats, Spain, Tapas, Vegetarian | 11 Comments

Arroz Negro con Pulpo y Camarones a la Parrilla – Black Rice with Grilled Octopus and Shrimp

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I remember the first time I saw my Mom make this dish I ran. The way it’s made in Puerto Rico the rice is grey and it was not very appealing. The squid comes in its own ink and it’s canned. Not … Continue reading →

Posted in Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico, Rice/Risotto, Seafood, Spain | 16 Comments

Tumbet Mallorquin – Majorcan Baked Vegetables

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

Right now I am having a love affair between two chefs. Call it a foodie “Ménage à trois “. Chef Eric Ripert of the famous Le Bernadin Restaurant (my all time favorite) and Chef Jose Andres’ TV show, Made in Spain. … Continue reading →

Posted in International Dishes, Spain, Uncategorized, Vegetarian | 21 Comments

My Picnic in Manhattan – Spanish White Bean Omelette with Serrano Ham Powder- Tortilla de Judias Blancas con Polvo de Jamon Serrano

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

I live In Manhattan, the West Village, New York University area. A city that has everything to offer. If you cross West Houston you are in Soho. Near the Lower East Side, a few blocks away from China Town and Little … Continue reading →