Tag: boricua

Bacalaitos Fritos ~ Vegan
Appetizer & Sides, Desserts & Snacks, Dinner, Uncategorized

Bacalaitos Fritos ~Vegan

Bacalaitos Fritos ~ Vegan (Puerto Rican “Cod fish” Fritters)! These Bacalaitos Fritos are 100% Vegan! A veganized version of a Puerto Rican classic. Bacalaitos Fritos are cod fish fritters. These Puerto Rican “Cod fish” Fritters are made with Hearts of Palm and Artichokes. The flavors in this recipe marry up perfectly. I really hope you try this one – another taste of my Puerto Rican culture. Enjoy! ~ Vegan, Dairy-Free, Plant-based. ~

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Pastelillos ~ Vegan (Puerto Rican Meat/Cheese Turnovers)
Appetizer & Sides, Desserts & Snacks, Dinner

Pastelillos ~ Vegan (Puerto Rican Meat/Cheese Turnovers)

Pastelillos ~ Vegan (Puerto Rican Meat/Cheese Turnovers)! These Pastelillos can be filled with several different fillings. You can make them from savory to even sweet. However, growing up we typically ate them with cheese or ground beef. So, this veganized version is made using Gardein Ground Crumbles and Violife Cheddar Cheese. Pastelillos can be fried in a deep fryer or in a pan. Pastelillos are overall so popular and typically the first thing to go at every event or family function. Enjoy! ~ Vegan, Egg-free, Dairy-Free, Plant-based. ~

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Rellenos de Papa (Puerto Rican Potato Croquettes)
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Rellenos de Papa (Puerto Rican Potato Croquettes)

Rellenos de Papa (Puerto Rican Potato Croquettes)! Also known as Papas Rellenas! Frituras Boricuas… Mmm. Every cultural dish I create has such a nostalgic place in my heart. Certain recipes allow me to feel closer to my family…and roots. These are frituras and traditionally deep fried. For this recipe, I also created an air fried version. We LOVE the air fried version! They came out fluffy and so creamy. I certainly hope you try these vegan Rellenos de Papa, truly a taste of Puerto Rico. Enjoy! ~ Vegan, Plant-based, Dairy-free; Egg-free ~

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