The Dominican Kitchen | Vanessa Mota | Talks at Google

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often cheaper.

seafood

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and lower in calories.

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 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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