Pura Vida - Recipes from the Heart of Costa Rica

$32.95
by Christa Jiménez

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Get authentic Costa Rican flavor without the guesswork. This Costa Rican cookbook was created after years of learning directly from home cooks across Costa Rica and testing every recipe in a U.S. kitchen so the flavor comes out right every time. Inside, you get the core dishes Costa Rican cooking is known for: gallo pinto, arroz con pollo, tres leches, arroz con leche, fresh fruit juices, and the Costa Rican casado. Every recipe uses simple ingredients, clear measurements, and straightforward steps so you can cook Costa Rican food with confidence. If you want a Costa Rica cookbook that’s simple, reliable, and truly authentic, this one brings Costa Rican flavor straight to your table. Recipes included: Gallo Pinto Arroz Blanco Tradicional Frijoles Negros Plátanos Maduros Tortillas Ticas Casado Arroz con Pollo Olla de Carne Carne Mechada Chimichurri Caldo de Pollo Picadillo de Chayote Picadillo de Vainica con Zanahoria Carne en Salsa “Rice and Beans” Frijoles Molidos Patacones Chicharrón Chifrijo Ceviche de Pescado Piña Colada Fresco de Mango Batido de Mora Fresco de Tamarindo Arroz con Leche Tres Leches Empanadas de Chiverre Tamal de Masa Tamal de Cerdo Empanadas Picadillo de Papa Café Chorreado

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