Category Archives: Side Dish

Tuna Croquette (Croquetas de Atun)

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I’m back =). Lately I’ve been working for my father who owns a jewelry casting company and I’m there all day, get home late, and have no natural light for the pictures. That’s why I’ve been lost. … Continue reading

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Holiday Edition: Onion Pie/Quiche-ish (Pastel de Cebolla)

!! Before scrolling down and ignoring this recipe. This is delicious! No worries, it doesn’t have that icky onion taste or doesn’t leave that smell in your mouth (trust me). It’s a savory side dish from Ecuador for holidays, parties, … Continue reading

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Holiday Edition: Savory Corn Souffle (Torta de Choclo de Sal)

This side dish is a favorite for either Christmas/Thanksgiving or regular Dinner, for breakfast with coffee, and/or as a snack. It’s kind of an Ecuadorian “corn bread”….It can also be sweet which later on I will share with you. It’s soft to the bite, has a delicious sweet … Continue reading

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Holiday Edition: Christmas Rice (Arroz Navideno)

This rice is a must in every Ecuadorian home on Christmas Eve. It’s colorful and delicious to eat. The rice is cooked in coca-cola (yes the soda) for color and taste, the walnuts give a nice crunch, the raisins give a settle … Continue reading

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Potatoes with Cheese Sauce (Papas Chorreadas)

This recipe is a delicious Colombian specialty. A great side dish for any lunch or dinner. Boiled potatoes smothered with a rich cheese sauce. It’s my favorite way of eating potatoes and I’m sure you’ll find it easy and yummy … Continue reading

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Pickled Onions (Encurtido de Cebolla)

This is a typical condiment in Ecuador. Goes great with ceviche, soups, rice, hot dogs, or caramelized and topped on meat, chicken, and pork. This lasts in the refrigerator for 8 days. Grab this on the go when too lazy … Continue reading

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Rice Omelette/Pancake (Tortilla de Arroz)

This is one of my favorite ways to use leftover rice. Something I’ve learned from my mother, to always make use of everything and not to throw anything out. This dish is easy and really delish! You can use whatever … Continue reading

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How To Cook Rice (My Way)

Most people know how to cook rice and for those that don’t… Welcome. I love rice and grew up with it being a main side dish for every meal (yes it’s definitely a Hispanic thing). This is my fathers way … Continue reading

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Bolitas de Maduros (Sweet Plantain Balls)

This recipe represents most of all the Hispanics. We’re always using green and sweet plantains for anything. Side dish, an appetizer, or even as a dessert! I bring you an appetizer well-known most of all in Ecuador. You must use … Continue reading

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Mother’s Hot Salsa (Aji Picante)

NO this is not the Mexican Pico de Gallo (which has white onions and doesn’t include white vinegar). This IS my mother’s well-known hot salsa. Well, it doesn’t have to be spicy if you don’t want it to be. It’ll … Continue reading

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