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TrinidadianTrinidadian Chicken Pelau (Chicken, Rice & Pigeon Peas)
A one-pot Trinidadian pelau: caramelized sugar, seared chicken, pigeon peas and rice simmered in coconut-scented broth. Hearty and protein-forward for training meals and easy to pack for leftovers.
1 hr 15 min·mediumDairy-free
Puerto RicanArroz con Gandules (Vegan Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas)
A classic Puerto Rican one-pot rice flavored with a bright sofrito, annatto oil, green olives and pigeon peas. Rich and fragrant, this vegan version uses coconut milk for body and is perfect for a family dinner or holiday table.
55 min·easyVeganGluten-free
CubanCuban Black Bean & Chickpea Stew with Garlic‑Lime Rice and Crispy Maduros
A hearty Cuban‑style black bean and chickpea stew cooked in a bright sofrito and finished with citrus, served with garlicky lime rice and sweet fried plantains — filling, deeply flavored, and entirely vegetarian (vegan).
1 hr·mediumVegetarianVegan
TrinidadianChicken Pelau (Trinidadian One‑Pot Rice with Pigeon Peas)
A classic Trinidadian one‑pot of caramelized chicken, pigeon peas and coconut‑scented rice. Cooked in a single heavy pot for deep, toasted flavor — great for family meals or make‑ahead lunches.
1 hr 20 min·mediumGluten-freeDairy-free
Puerto RicanCarne Guisada (Puerto Rican beef stew) — make-ahead, fridge-friendly
A classic Puerto Rican beef stew braised with a quick homemade sofrito, tomatoes, olives and capers; it tastes better after a day in the fridge and keeps well for weekday meals.
1 hr 55 min·mediumGluten-freeDairy-free
JamaicanBudget Jamaican Rice and Peas (One-Pot, with Fried Plantain)
A classic Jamaican-style rice and peas made cheaply with canned kidney beans and coconut milk, cooked in one pot and served with quick fried plantain for a filling, low-cost meal for four.
45 min·easyVegetarianVegan
- Trinidadian
Trinidad Aloo Pies (Potato Turnovers)
Street-food style fried pies filled with spiced mashed potatoes — cheap, filling and perfect for feeding four on a budget. Make a batch to eat hot with chutney or pack for a work lunch.
55 min·easyVeganVegetarian
- Puerto Rican
Pollo Guisado (Puerto Rican Chicken Stew) — High‑Protein
A classic Puerto Rican braised chicken stew made with a bright sofrito, annatto color, olives and capers. Using 2 lb of boneless chicken breast gives this version a very high protein yield — great for training meal prep.
1 hr 20 min·mediumGluten-freeDairy-free
- Puerto Rican
Puerto Rican Pernil (Slow-Roasted Garlic-Citrus Pork Shoulder)
A weekend project: a bone-in pork shoulder rubbed with a bright garlic–citrus mojo and slow-roasted until the meat pulls apart and the skin crisps. Make it for a crowd — leftovers are perfect for sandwiches, rice dishes or reheating the next day.
5 hr 45 min·projectGluten-freeDairy-free
- Cuban
Lechón Asado (Cuban Mojo-Roasted Pork Shoulder)
Slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in a garlicky citrus mojo and finished until the exterior is deeply browned and the meat pulls apart — a classic Cuban celebratory roast.
4 hr 30 min·projectGluten-freeDairy-free