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Platanos Fritos con Crema (Fried Plantains with Cream)

Platanos fritos con crema or fried plantains with cream is a Mexican snack or dessert that’s super easy and quick to whip up. This recipe is the perfect way to use up ripe plantains. So the picture above isn’t exactly plantains with cream as you might be able to tell. That was my husband’s plate …

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Mexican Yogurt Parfaits (Yogur con fruta)

Mexican yogurt parfaits also known as yogur con fruta (yogurt with fruit) make for a delicious Mexican breakfast option. A great thing about Mexican yogurt parfaits is that it’s easily adaptable. If you enjoy this recipe, you’ll have to check out my ensalada de frutas recipe next! Mexican yogurt parfaits are also known as bionicos. …

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Ensalada de Frutas (Fruit salad)

This ensalada de frutas (fruit salad) is perfect for breakfast, as a snack or even as a light dessert. It’s typically served during holidays, celebrations and gatherings. It’s also known as an ensalada Navideña (Christmas salad) since it’s very popular during the Christmas season. This version is made with yogurt, a variety of fruits and …

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Coco con Chile y Limon (Coconut with chile and lime)

Try some delicious coco con chile y limon (coconut with chile and lime juice)! It’s a super tasty snack. It has a slightly sweet flavor that goes perfectly with lime juice and chili powder. If you love coconut you’ll have to try coconut horchata next. So today’s recipe is something my husband whipped up for …

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Tostadas de Jaiba (Crab Tostadas)

You’re going to love these delicious tostadas de jaiba (crab tostadas). It’s an easy dish to make. No cooking required. All you have to do is combine the ingredients for Mexican crab cocktail and put it on the tostadas. It’s something that’s perfect for the hot summer weather! If you like Mexican shrimp cocktail then …

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