Odeliza Jacoba Recipes

 Mahalo Chico,

I love Mexican food! Especially Tex Mex and Baha Mex types. So while staying at a barrio called Soho Palermo in Buenas Aires, Argentina we stumbled upon a Mexican-Argentina restaurant.

I was so happy!

We had real corn tortillas and real spicy red salsa!

Here is what I ordered:

1. Nachos

2. Cheese fondu

3. Chicken enchilada

4. My other half ordered chicken quesadilla

The food was wonderful and actually midly spicy. It reminded me of eating Mexican food in Texas. Or Southern California and Cabo, Mexico.

Ciao,

Odeliza Jacoba

Mahalo Chico,

Kaiseki sushi located at Charcas 4289, tel: 4833-7522, in the barrio Soho Palermo, Buenas Aires, Argentina. Owned and operated by Japanese Argentinas.

I ordered:

1. Tempura Verduras

2. Rolls Especiales Soho -Shrimp Sushi-

3. Arroz

4. My other half ordered: Pollo Teriyaki

As soon as we received the delivery I took the photos. Often times, camera in hand, I begin eating before taking any pictures. So this time before we started I took them.

The meal was a breathe of fresh air. It was executed really well. Often times, having meals from around the world remind me of my travels. Living as an expat in Uruguay has its limits, international cuisine being a big one. So when I ate this meal, I savored it.

Ciao,

Odeliza Jacoba

 Mahalo Chico,

Last evening, my other half and I ate at a buffet type vegetarian/vegan restaurant in the barrio Soho Palermo, Buenas Aires, Argentina. It was right next door to our temporary apartment rental.

So we decided to give it a try for cena -dinner-. Happily named Spring opens at 20:00 Luenas a Veirnes -Monday thru Friday. We arrived at 20:30 and the place was already packed with patriots. I was so amazed because back home -Uruguay- most locals do not like vegetarian foods. This place was packed -no joke- with tons of Argentinas and some Asian Argentinas. I felt almost right at home.

Granted I am not so Asian I am more Pacific Islander slash Euro-Asian. But who cares right?! It was just so awesome to see people in Argentina embrace vegetarian cuisine.

The food had an Asian influence to it and was executed really well as far as capturing the Chinese flavor in vegetarian meat replacements.

I did not take any photos because I was not comfortable doing so. Some people may think I am trying to steal an idea -which I totally am not, just promoting where I ate is all-. Anyways, we are scheduled to take a trot around this chic barrio this early afternoon, so I totally intend to take some photos and post for my readers to see.

Ciao,

Odeliza Jacoba

Mahalo Chico,

When baking, I like to substitute apple sauce for items such as cream, butter, oil, and even milk.

Its a bit healthier than using all fats and tastes just as good if you were to use fats. Of course my homemade apple sauce can also be eaten alone or with vanilla ice cream. Get creative, try it out.

Serves: Up to 4 cups

Prep Time: About five minutes

Cook Time: About ten minutes

Materials:

1. 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and roughly chopped

2. Medium sized pot

3. Potato masher or food processor

4. 2/3 c water

5. 2 T dark brown sugar

How to:

1. Put the water in the pot and bring to a boil add the sugar and apples allow to cook enough so the apples get mushy. Add a bit more water if necessary.

2. Turn off heat, remove and mush or process.

Enjoy!

Ciao,

Odeliza Jacoba

 Mahalo Chico,

My chicken penne primavera is a simple yet tasty main dish you could create any time of the year. Its ingredients are low cost and easy to obtain.

Serves: Up to 4 people

Prep Time: Les than 5 minutes

Cook Time: Less than 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1. 4 medium sized grilled chicken breast sliced in horizontal direction.

2. 400 grams of penne pasta already cooked al’ dente

3. 1 c peas

4. Julienned carrots

5. 1/2 c spinach

6. 1 c broccoli florets

7. 1 diced garlic clove

8. Extra virgin olive oil

9. Salt and pepper

10. 4 c pre made tomato sauce

How to Make:

1. Dry sauteed the garlic along with all the vegetables and chicken then lightly oil. Add the penne pasta and tomato sauce. Fold together. Turn off heat. Serve

Bon Provecho!

Ciao,

Odeliza Jacoba

Mahalo Chicos,

My soy honey baked chicken is wonderful go to dish to add to salads, quinoa, brown rice, and more.

I’ve been on a eat clean diet for a while now, and I thought it be a great idea to share my eat clean diet with the readers of my blog as well as people that just drop by.

Serves: 4 plates

Prep Time: Less than five minutes

Cook Time: About 60 minutes

What you’ll need and do:

Material

1. 4 boneless skinless chicken breast

2. Big zip lock bag

3. 1/2 c low sodium soy sauce

4. 1 T honey

Process:

1. Put the chicken along with the ingredients into the zip lock bag. Massage the marinade until it coats the chicken. Seal tight.

2. Place in the fridge for one hour or more. Over night is better, the flavor will really be absorbed by the chicken.

3. Preheat oven to 230c. Place the marinaded chicken in a non-stick baking dish. Bake for about 60 minutes, checking ever so often to ensure the juices run clear.

4. Let cool, cube, and serve with salad, rice and more.

Enjoy!

Odeliza Jacoba