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Voting Has Ended ~ The Count Is In
150,253 people voted so here are the top 10 Hispanic food recipes for 2020. Starting at #10 and counting down to #1 we see what was most eaten in 2020.
#10 – Pollo en Fricasé ~ Chicken Stew
2,186 Total Votes
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Puerto Rican: Main Dish ~ Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
Pollo en Fricasé is made withchickenthat has been braised in wine then blended into a wonderful stew with vegetables and potatoes.
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#9 – Hilachas ~ Shredded Beef
2,236 Total Votes
Guatemalan: Main Dish ~ Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
Hilachas is made of cooked and shredded beef that is simmered in a mildly spicy tomatillo-tomato sauce. Pair it with a side of rice and fresh corn tortillas for a full meal.
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#8 – Mom’s Creamy Caramel Flan
2,589 Total Votes
Mexican: Dessert ~ Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
This Flan recipe is delicious, smooth and creamy! Around the Thanksgiving holiday, it is popular to add pumpkin, batata (similar to sweet potato), or ñame purée along with spices like ginger, vanilla, cinnamon to the flan. A combination of pumpkin, coconut, sweet potato, carrot, and almond extract flan is unique and only served on Thanksgiving.
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#7 – Sofrito ~ Base Sauce
2,727 Total Votes
Puerto Rican: Sauce ~ Total Time: 20 mins
Sofrito is the base sauce for most Puerto Rican recipes, and this one is better than store-bought (difficult to find in the stores in the Western United States). This can be added to beans, rice, soups, stews, you name it.
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#6 – Dobladas ~ Folded Tortillas
6,923 Total Votes
Guatemalan: Appetizer ~ Total Time: 30 mins
These Dobladas are a nice, light meal. You cut them into wedges and serve as appetizers. I’d even eat it for breakfast! Dobladas means folded and that’s just what you do with the tortillas.
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#5 – Coquito ~ Coconut Nog
6,923 Total Votes
Puerto Rican: Drink ~ Total Time: 5 mins
Coquito meaning “Little Coconut” in Spanish is a traditional Christmas drink that originated in Puerto Rico. The coconut-based alcoholic beverage is similar to eggnog, sometimes being called the Puerto Rican Eggnog.
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#4 – Alcapurria ~ Meat-Filled Fritters
7,037 Total Votes
Puerto Rican: Appetizer ~ Total Time: 40 mins
They are yummy when stuffed with shrimp, lobster chicken or turkey. For that Hot Latin in you, sprinkle some “Pique de Caballero” sauce just before you bite into the Alcapurria, if you dare.
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#3 – Caribbean Christmas co*cktail
7,373 Total Votes
Caribbean: Drink ~ Total Time: 5 mins
This Caribbean Christmas co*cktail Recipe is easy as pie, it incorporates just 4 ingredients. It looks beautiful and snowy, and it’s so, so delicious.
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#2 – Bistec ~ Beef Stew
8,413 Total Votes
Puerto Rican: Main Dish ~ Total Time: 55 mins
Beef marinated in oil, oregano, vinegar, and onions is a great meal for a busy weeknight. A staple in Puerto Rican cooking, this recipe is serve with white rice and tostones.
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#1 – Arroz Amarillo ~ Yellow Rice
18,713 Total Votes
Mexican: Side Dish ~ Total Time: 30 mins
A common ingredient in Mexican food is rice! Thisyellow rice is easy to make and very tasty. Some may call thisSpanishRice, butMexican Riceand SpanishRiceare actually not the same. The primary difference is that Spanish rice uses Saffron.
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Well there we have it folks, the top ten most requested recipes for 2020. As 2020 ends and 2021 begins we wish every a safe and happy new year. From the HFN family to your family May all your meals be delicious and your cups always run full.
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Top 10 Hispanic Food Recipes for 2020
The article mentions the top 10 Hispanic food recipes for 2020, based on the number of votes received. Here are the recipes mentioned, along with their respective cuisines and categories:
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Arroz Amarillo - Mexican: Side Dish
- Arroz Amarillo, also known as Yellow Rice, is a popular Mexican side dish. It is easy to make and has a distinct flavor. It is important to note that Mexican Rice and Spanish Rice are not the same, as Spanish rice uses saffron.
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Bistec - Puerto Rican: Main Dish
- Bistec is a beef stew marinated in oil, oregano, vinegar, and onions. It is a staple in Puerto Rican cooking and is typically served with white rice and tostones (fried plantains).
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Caribbean Christmas co*cktail - Caribbean: Drink
- This Caribbean Christmas co*cktail is a refreshing drink made with just four ingredients. It is a popular beverage during the holiday season.
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Alcapurria - Puerto Rican: Appetizer
- Alcapurria is a meat-filled fritter that can be stuffed with shrimp, lobster, chicken, or turkey. It is a flavorful appetizer, and for an extra kick, it can be enjoyed with "Pique de Caballero" sauce.
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Coquito - Puerto Rican: Drink
- Coquito, meaning "Little Coconut" in Spanish, is a traditional Christmas drink from Puerto Rico. It is a coconut-based alcoholic beverage similar to eggnog.
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Dobladas - Guatemalan: Appetizer
- Dobladas are folded tortillas that can be served as a light meal or appetizers. They are versatile and can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
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Sofrito - Puerto Rican: Sauce
- Sofrito is a base sauce used in many Puerto Rican recipes. It adds flavor and depth to dishes such as beans, rice, soups, and stews.
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Mom's Creamy Caramel Flan - Mexican: Dessert
- Mom's Creamy Caramel Flan is a delicious and smooth dessert. It is a popular choice during the Thanksgiving holiday, with variations that include pumpkin, batata (similar to sweet potato), or ñame purée.
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Hilachas - Guatemalan: Main Dish
- Hilachas is a dish made with cooked and shredded beef simmered in a mildly spicy tomatillo-tomato sauce. It is typically served with rice and fresh corn tortillas.
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Pollo en Fricasé - Puerto Rican: Main Dish
- Pollo en Fricasé is a chicken stew made by braising chicken in wine and then blending it into a flavorful stew with vegetables and potatoes.
These recipes represent a variety of flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques from different Hispanic and Latino cultures.
I hope this information helps you explore the world of Hispanic and Latino cuisine. If you have any specific questions or would like more details about any of these recipes, feel free to ask!
