Best 2 Puerto Rican New Years Food Recipes

As the new year approaches, Puerto Ricans begin to prepare their traditional dishes to celebrate. This feast is a time for family and friends to come together and enjoy each other's company while indulging in delicious food. The menu typically includes a variety of dishes, from appetizers to desserts, all of which are bursting with flavor and tradition.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COQUITO (PUERTO RICAN HOLIDAY DRINK FOR CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S

Coquito (Puerto Rican Holiday Drink for Christmas and New Year's image

This is a family tradition for Christmas and New Year's. Very creamy concoction made with coconut, rum and cinnamon! A delicious drink! Similiar to egg nog, but much better!

Provided by ChaseNNJ

Categories Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut cream
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (10 ounce) bottle white rum (recommend Bacardi)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

Mix all the ingredients in a blender.
Refrigerate.
Serve cold and ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.9, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 9.9, Sodium 75.6, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 4.4

SIMPLE PUERTO RICAN PINCHOS

Simple Puerto Rican Pinchos image

Gather the whole family to feast on these sizzling, perfectly seasoned pork pinchos straight out of the Caribbean.

Categories dinner weeknight meals

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

For the marinade (requires at least 6 hours refrigeration)
1/2 c. sofrito
1/3 c. olive oil
1 tbsp. sazón
1 tbsp. adobo
1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
1 1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 1/2 lb. pork tenderloin, cut into 2-inch cubes
12 wooden skewers soaked in water
1 loaf white bread, sliced 1.5-inch thick
1/4 c. barbecue sauce, or spicy sauce of your choice
cilantro, for garnish
Serve alongside Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.
Add the pork and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate, at least 6 hours or overnight.
Shake off excess marinade and thread the meat onto skewers, leaving a 2-inch space at the end of each skewer.
Heat the grill to about 450º. Quickly grill the bread slices about 1 minute each side and set aside.
Cook the skewers, rotating every 3 minutes until just done, about 10-12 minutes.
Carefully baste the meat with barbecue sauce, and cook for 1 minute, then flip and baste with more sauce. Finish cooking for an additional minute (alternately, cook until pork registers 145º degrees on an instant read thermometer).
Baste with more barbecue sauce, and garnish with cilantro before serving with a slice of toasted bread. (Elie likes to thread hers right onto the end of the skewer.)

Tips for Celebrating Puerto Rican New Year's with Food:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The flavors of your dishes will shine through when you use the best ingredients you can find.
Don't be afraid to experiment: Puerto Rican cuisine is a fusion of many different cultures, so feel free to get creative with your recipes.
Make it a family affair: Cooking Puerto Rican food is a great way to spend time with loved ones and create lasting memories.
Serve your dishes with pride: Puerto Rican food is a celebration of culture and heritage, so take the time to present your dishes beautifully.
Enjoy the feast: Puerto Rican New Year's food is meant to be shared and enjoyed, so savor every bite.

Conclusion:

Celebrating Puerto Rican New Year's with food is a delicious way to ring in the new year. With its vibrant flavors and diverse dishes, Puerto Rican cuisine is sure to please everyone at your party. So gather your friends and family, put on some music, and enjoy a feast that will leave you feeling happy and satisfied.