798 Puerto Rican Recipes
From Saffron-Infused Arroz con Pollo with Olives to Sofrito-Base Black Bean Soup with Coconut and Lime — explore 798 Puerto Rican recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Saffron-Infused Arroz con Pollo with Olives
Chicken and rice simmered in a fragrant saffron broth with piquant green olives for a vibrant Puerto Rican twist on a classic dish.
Sofrito-Base Black Bean Soup with Coconut and Lime
A hearty, aromatic soup featuring slow-simmered black beans in a rich sofrito broth, finished with creamy coconut and zesty lime for a tropical twist.
Slow-Cooked Puerto Rican Pernil with Mojo Sauce
Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder infused with traditional Puerto Rican spices, served with a vibrant garlic-citrus mojo sauce for a flavorful feast.
Pan-Seared Plantains with Spicy Garlic Sauce
Sweet ripe plantains pan-seared to golden perfection and served with a punchy garlic and chili sauce for a popular Puerto Rican snack.
Cinnamon-Spiced Puerto Rican Flan
Creamy, silky flan infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla, topped with a rich caramel sauce for a classic Puerto Rican dessert.
Puerto Rican Pastelón (Sweet Plantain Lasagna)
A layered casserole featuring sweet fried plantains and seasoned ground beef, baked with cheese for a comforting Puerto Rican favorite.
Puerto Rican-Style Sweet Plantain Pancakes with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle
Fluffy sweet plantain pancakes infused with cinnamon and topped with a warm honey drizzle, offering a tropical twist on breakfast.
Baked Mofongo-Stuffed Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Sauce
Oven-baked chicken thighs stuffed with savory mashed plantains (mofongo) and served with a garlic-herb sauce, blending classic Puerto Rican flavors in a comforting dish.
Puerto Rican Pernil-Style Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder
Tender and flavorful slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated with garlic, oregano, and citrus, inspired by the classic Puerto Rican pernil.
Puerto Rican-Style Sofrito Rice with Sauteed Shrimp
Fluffy rice cooked with vibrant Puerto Rican sofrito base, topped with garlicky sautéed shrimp for a flavorful and colorful seafood dish.
Ropa Vieja-Style Vegetable Stew with Black Beans
A vibrant stew featuring tender vegetables and black beans in a rich tomato-based sauce, inspired by Puerto Rican cuisine.
Crispy Fried Shrimp with Mango Salsa
Golden shrimp coated in a light batter, served with a vibrant mango salsa for a refreshing island-inspired main course.
Puerto Rican-Style Fried Fish with Lime
Crispy fish fillets coated in a smoky spice blend, served with fresh lime and cilantro for bright, vibrant flavor.
One-Pot Saffron Chicken and Rice
A fragrant, tender chicken and rice dish with saffron-infused broth, peas, and herbs, cooked entirely in one pot for effortless weeknight dining.
Layered Plantain and Spiced Beef Pastelón
A traditional Puerto Rican casserole with layers of plantain, savory beef filling, and melted cheese, baked to golden perfection.
Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic
Crispy fritters made with boiled yuca, melted cheese, and aromatic garlic, perfect for appetizers or sides.
Coconut-Cilantro Rice with Chicken and Bell Peppers
Fluffy rice infused with coconut milk and fresh cilantro pairs perfectly with pan-seared chicken and colorful bell peppers for a vibrant meal.
Pasta de Yuca con Queso and Sautéed Greens
A creamy yucca pasta dish with melted cheese and vibrant sautéed greens, perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal.
Sancocho de Pescado with Coconut and Root Vegetables
A hearty fish stew simmered with tropical vegetables, coconut milk, and aromatic herbs, reflecting Puerto Rican coastal traditions.
Shrimp and Cilantro Fideo Soup
A light, aromatic Puerto Rican soup featuring delicate fideo noodles, plump shrimp, and fresh cilantro in a savory broth.
Spiced Beef Picadillo with Sweet Peppers
Ground beef slow-simmered with tomatoes, bell peppers, and raisins in a rich, aromatic sauce, perfect for serving over rice or with crusty bread.
Classic Vanilla Custard Flan
Silky smooth custard with a golden caramel topping, made with simple ingredients and a gentle bake.
Citrus-Marinated Seafood Ceviche with Cilantro
A vibrant appetizer featuring fresh fish and shrimp marinated in lime juice with red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
Guava and Cream Flan with Cinnamon
A classic Puerto Rican dessert with a smooth, sweet flan base infused with tart guava, topped with a delicate cinnamon dusting for a perfect finish.
About Puerto Rican cooking
What defines Puerto Rican cooking?
Puerto Rican cooking is built on two preparations made ahead and kept in the fridge: sofrito, a raw blend of ajices dulces, culantro, cilantro, peppers, onion and garlic, and adobo, the dry garlic-oregano seasoning salt rubbed onto meat. Achiote-infused oil gives the rice its color, sour orange and vinegar the acid, and green plantains the starch — tostones, mofongo and pasteles all begin with them. Braises are slow, and pork is the celebratory meat. Our 798 Puerto Rican recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Puerto Rican pantry staples?
Sofrito, adobo seasoning, sazon with achiote, dried oregano, garlic, culantro (recao), green and ripe plantains, medium-grain rice, pigeon peas (gandules), olives and capers, tomato sauce, sour orange or lime, and pork shoulder. A tub of sofrito in the freezer is the single biggest shortcut.
Can I shop ingredients on Instacart?
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Are there vegetarian Puerto Rican options?
Use the Vegetarian category filter alongside this page to find Puerto Rican recipes without meat. The catalog has thousands of cross-filtered combinations.