My Borikua Family

My mom's family descends directly from Kalinago Arawaks & Copán Maya.
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#PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Taína / Avocado x Cassava Salad consists of: ripe avocados, boiled cassava ("yuca"), lime juice, salt x fresh herbs (such as cilantro or parsley).
#PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Taína / Guacamole with Tropical Fruits: ripe avocados, diced mango or pineapple, lime juice, chili pepper (optional) x salt to taste.
#PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Taína / Puerto Rican gazpacho is primarily made from salt cod (bacalao), yucca, tomatoes, onions, avocados, olive oil x vinegar. . The use of fish in gazpacho aligns with traditional Taíno dietary habits. Yucca x fishing were a significant part of their sustenance. Tomatoes are originally from South America x were introduced into the Caribbean by native migrations to the island from the south.

Comida Criolla de Origen Caribeña

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#Purim #Sefarad #PuertoRico #USA #America #musica #musique #music
#PuertoRico #USA #America / #ComidaCriolla / Kibbeh originates from the Levant region. It consists primarily of spiced ground meat, often lamb or beef, mixed with bulgur wheat x various spices. The dish has numerous variations, including raw forms, baked versions x those served in soups. In Puerto Rico, kibbeh (alcapurrias) underwent adaptations to suit local tastes x available ingredients. The dough, or masa, is primarily made from green bananas x yautía (malanga). While traditional recipes may have used lamb or beef, local variations might incorporate other meats or even vegetarian options based on regional preferences. The dish has become integrated into the culinary landscape of Puerto Rico, often served at social gatherings x family events.
#Maroc #España #Levant #NorthAfrica / Comida Sefárdica / Kibbeh originates from the Levant region. It consists primarily of spiced ground meat, often lamb or beef, mixed with bulgur wheat x various spices. The dish has numerous variations, including raw forms, baked versions x those served in soups. In Puerto Rico, kibbeh (alcapurrias) underwent adaptations to suit local tastes x available ingredients. The dough, or masa, is primarily made from green bananas x yautía (malanga). While traditional recipes may have used lamb or beef, local variations might incorporate other meats or even vegetarian options based on regional preferences. The dish has become integrated into the culinary landscape of Puerto Rico, often served at social gatherings x family events.

Comida Navideña de P.R. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Comida Sefardim=Mizrahim

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#PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Africana / "Guinea en Fricasé" is made with Guinea Fowl, carrots, potato x a touch of alcohol. This dish involves marinating the meat in citrus juices x spices before cooking it slowly to enhance its flavour. Guinea fowl was introduced to Puerto Rico through the slave trade from West Africa.
#PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Africana / Green Pigeon Pea Stew features "gandules" brought to the Caribbean from Africa. Pigeon peas are celebrated for their nutritional value x ability to thrive in tropical climates, making them a key ingredient in many Puerto Rican stews x rice dishes. This dish typically combines the earthy flavour of pigeon peas with a variety of spices, creating a hearty x flavourful meal.
#PuertoRico #USA #America / #ComidaCriolla / Taíno people contributed the use of cassava x other "viandas" (root vegetables) that form part of the dish. Spaniards brought with them culinary traditions, including the use of salted cod (bacalao), various spices x cooking techniques. Africans introduced cooking tools, methods, as well as ingredients like plantains x spices to enhance the flavour profile.

Comida Criolla de Origen Africano

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#SanPatricio #Irlanda #Hibernia #PuertoRico #USA #America
#Fujian #Asia #PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida de Fujian / Pepper steak, or 青椒牛肉 (qīngjiāoniúròu), has its roots in Fujian cuisine. This dish is characterised by stir-fried sliced beef, typically flank, sirloin, or round, combined with bell peppers x various seasonings. The original version of this dish was known as qīngjiāoròusī (青椒炒肉丝), which translates to “stir-fried meat with green peppers". . In the 19th century, Fujian cuisine began to incorporate more robust flavours x diverse foodstuff. The use of beef in pepper steak is a notable adaptation from the original dish that primarily featured pork. This shift likely occurred as Chinese immigrants settled in the Caribbean towards the end of the 19th Century.
#Irlanda #PuertoRico #USA #America / Comida Irlandesa / The Irish contributed hearty dishes that emphasised potatoes, such as “papas rellenas” (stuffed potatoes), which reflect both Irish comfort food traditions x local adaptations. The potato, itself, originated in the Andean mountain range x was brought to Europe by the Spaniards in 1570.

Comida De Origen Continental

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