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Puerto Rican Cuisine in America: Nuyorican and Bodega Recipes [Paperback]

Oswald Rivera
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)


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Book Description

October 1993
Puerto Rican cuisine, with its strong Spanish and African influences, holds a unique position in the world of Caribbean cooking. The food is spicy, hearty, healthy, sensuous, and adventurous. The 240-plus recipes included here range from traditional island dishes and drinks to the latest Nuyorican creations. Fully illustrated, this edition features a new preface by the author.
--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


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Rivera, a novelist and a Nuyorican (the term refers to a Puerto Rican raised or born in New York City), has compiled a wide-ranging collection of homestyle Puerto Rican recipes, both traditional dishes and those adapted or inspired by mainland cuisine. Many of them come from Rivera's extended family, and his readable headnotes and introductions include lots of family anecdotes as well as background on Puerto Rican culture and cuisines. Thoughtful wine suggestions accompany most dishes. Recipes from Puerto Rico appear in general Caribbean cookbooks, but there are few titles on its cuisine alone. Recommended.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Oswald Rivera is a Vietnam War veteran and author of Fire and Rain. A recent retiree from the New York City Police Department, Rivera is of Puerto Rican descent and lives in New York City.
--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 293 pages
  • Publisher: Four Walls Eight Windows (October 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0941423840
  • ISBN-13: 978-0941423847
  • Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,136,957 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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56 of 56 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Found recipes I thought I'd lost June 2, 2003
Format:Paperback
I'd been looking for a good Puerto Rican cookbook..When I saw "Nuyorican" in the title I was like Alright!..I'm a Nuyorican and it's been years since I'd tasted any of the old recipes - papas rellenas (stuffed potatoes), pernil (roast pork), tostones (fried green platains) just even some of the basic spices used. There aren't alot of puertorican restaurants here, one cuban restaurant that I know of. I picked up the book and just reading about the spices used helped me figure out what I was missing when cooking some of my Mom's recipes.

There are recipes that call for frying, that's true but as the author states, the idea is cook on very high heat and not to cook too much at once - for me having a deep fryer works great for the recipes that call for it.

I've gone through some of the recipes so far and I haven't been disappointed yet. I've either taken them directly as stated adn/or compared them to my recipes to see what I might be missing.

For those looking to make pasteles, this book even has a diagram on how to wrap them up. Just seeing the recipe for pasteles had my eyes lit up. If you think making tamales is a project, try making a pasteles :-)

This book is definitely worth the price and if he makes another edition, I'll buy it :-)

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Just like Abuelita. June 25, 2003
Format:Paperback
Finaly I know the secret behind making 'pasteles' and 'sancocho'. Looking through the recipes I was so touched I felt like crying. Perhaps it's silly but food is a huge part of the Puerto Rican culture and there are many foods that take years to learn and perfect, (especially since Abuela didn't believe in measuring anything). A pinch of this, a dash of that. Now I have a strong foundation to build on. It's so wonderful to be able to bring our tradition into my home. This is the most authentic account of Puerto Rican and Nuyorican cooking I have ever read. It's given me a peek at my Grandma's magic in the kitchen and reminds me of home. I strongly recommed this book, no matter what culture you are from. Read, cook, and enjoy!
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Nuyorican's Review March 1, 2002
Format:Paperback
I've purchased several latino cookbooks, but this one by far captured the most popular dishes cooked at home by my family. The essence of the New York Puerto Rican experience and cuisine is accurately captured. Having moved from New York City to cities where there are few Carribean Spanish style restaurants I had to rely on cookbooks to get those dishes I was missing. In true Nuyorican fashion, it mixes its anecdotes with splashes of Spanish buzzwords. I use this book more than the others because of its simplicity and it's helpful tips on finding or making some of the ingredients. It even tells you how some things can be substituted in lieu of having to make it from scratch.

I use the book now more as a template as I've learned to tweak the recipes to make them more to my liking, but it's a very good starting point. The historical background of our people was a welcome plus and each recipe is followed by a suggested wine to accompany it.

I was really glad to have found this book. I highly reccomend it.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Recipes & Stories
This cookbook combines great & easy Puerto Rican recipes with insightful stories. The combination makes the cookbook fun to read.
Published 3 days ago by KGseller0430
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, Great Transaction!
The recipes are thorough and also give alternatives. Great stories behind them, as well. An incredible book for anyone who loves PR food!!
Published 1 month ago by rg
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Cookbook
I recommend this cookbook. I have bought it for myself as well as a copy for my mom and sisters as well as other family members. Everyone who has it, loves it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lizard Garcia
4.0 out of 5 stars Puerto Rican Cuisine in America
This book is nice if you don't know how to cook, since I know how to, it did not help me much. But I definitely will recommend it.
Published 4 months ago by Amy Hansen
4.0 out of 5 stars good ref for latino cusine... if grandma isn't around.
An old book i reordered since i gave it away to a young relative. its worth a look if your new to Spanish food
Published 4 months ago by drew -Droid
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this cookbook!
I have made a few recipes from this book and the measurements are accurate and the food is delicious! The food tastes like the food I grew up with. Read more
Published 5 months ago by TX Shopaholic
5.0 out of 5 stars The best
What can I say...my mom, who was born and raised in Puerto Rico, made every one of these dishes. I feel as tho I have my moms recipes...that is priceless.
Published 11 months ago by Wid
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
I love this book! Getting recipes from my Puerto Rican side of the family is like pulling teeth and this book has all the recipes I remember! Thank you Mr. Rivera!
Published 14 months ago by Theresa
5.0 out of 5 stars natvie nuyorican
I was thrilled with the range of receipes. I am a native new yorker and I have enjoyed this food all my life. The ease of the preparations are great. Read more
Published 16 months ago by old time gal
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally Learned How To Make Arroz Blanco y Habechuelas Como Abuela
With the help of this book I've finally made the perfect white rice and beans! I have been trying to make rice since I was 15 (I'm 22 now) and I've always been... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Anonymous
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