9 Caribbean-Inspired Recipes for a Tropical Escape

A simple recipe using easy-to-find ingredients; can be made with pork or shrimp, served with steamed vegetables.

Easy Caribbean Chicken

Fresh and fruity treats originally served as a summer luau appetizer, now enjoyed as a year-round dessert.

Caribbean Wontons

A bright and hearty soup with okra, kale, and black-eyed peas; spinach can be used as a substitute for kale.

Caribbean Potato Soup

Extra-crispy, spiced-up chicken served with traditional red beans and rice, a family favorite.

Mama's Puerto Rican Chicken

A moist cake with a rum punch, best when soaked overnight for enhanced flavor.

Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake

A crusty, flavorful roast beef with a hint of heat, perfect for barbecue lovers, and a winning recipe in a cook-off.

Roast Beef Caribbean Style

A hearty twist on the classic ham and cheese sandwich, featuring ham, Swiss, pickles, and smoked turkey.

Cuban Panini

A rich, fragrant braise of beef and vegetables seasoned with caramelized sugar and allspice, offering sweet, savory, and spiced flavors.

Jamaican Beef Stew

A tropical-flavored dessert made in a slow cooker, garnished with pineapple, whipped cream, and a cherry for a pina colada effect.

Caribbean Bread Pudding