Dominican Food: Its History & Best Dishes

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and often more affordable than pork.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits and a high smoke point.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar sweetness and texture.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative to rice.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Boil water in a large pot and add rice.

Cook rice until tender and water is absorbed, about 18-20 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened.

Stir in cooked beans and season with oregano and cumin.

In another skillet, heat oil and fry plantains until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Grill or bake chicken until cooked through, about 25-30 minutes at 375°F.

Serve rice topped with beans, alongside fried plantains and sliced avocado.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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