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9 recipes · Dominican Republic

Dominican kitchen

9 Dominican recipes you can cook at home, from Asopao de Camarones (Dominican Shrimp Rice Soup), Chimichurri Dominicano (Chimi Burger) and Locrio de Pollo (Dominican Chicken and Rice) to Majarete (Dominican Corn Pudding).

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About Dominican food

The Dominican kitchen

Garlic, oregano, sour citrus, and a well-browned pot give Dominican cooking much of its savory depth. Rice, beans, and meat often share the lunch plate, while plantains move between smooth breakfast mash, crisp fried slices, and sweet layers in a casserole. Squash and roots thicken a sancocho as they soften into its broth.

Start with onions, peppers, garlic, and tomato, then learn to control the heat: browning chicken, steaming rice under a tight lid, or slowly softening beans. The food is often aromatic rather than fiercely hot. At the table, avocado, sharp onions, or a fresh salad balance rich sauces, while corn, coconut, and milk appear in spoonable sweets.

Questions, answered

What is a typical Dominican lunch?

La bandera is a familiar combination of rice, beans, and meat, often accompanied by salad. The meat and beans vary, so it describes a style of meal rather than one fixed recipe.

Is Dominican food spicy?

Many everyday dishes are seasoned with garlic, oregano, peppers, and citrus without strong chile heat. Hot sauce can be served separately, and individual dishes and cooks vary.

What is the difference between mangu and mofongo?

Mangu uses boiled green plantains mashed until soft, often with onions on top. Mofongo starts with fried green plantains mashed with garlic and usually pork cracklings, giving it a denser texture.

What Dominican dishes can I make at home?

Start with Asopao de Camarones (Dominican Shrimp Rice Soup), Chimichurri Dominicano (Chimi Burger), Habichuelas Guisadas (Dominican Stewed Beans), Locrio de Pollo (Dominican Chicken and Rice) and Majarete (Dominican Corn Pudding). Every recipe here is written for a home kitchen, with substitutes for anything hard to find.

What's the quickest Dominican recipe?

Chimichurri Dominicano (Chimi Burger), ready in 36 min.