Hibiscus: more than just a beautiful flower 
This is for the edible flowers lovers! I invite you to visit my TastyDesign blog and read the new article on HIBISCUS!
Hugs,
Melissa
Tags: natural remedies, hibiscus, cookingdiva, personal chef
------ by Chef Melissa
- September 21, 2005
- 6:38 pm
Happy BlogDay 2005!
The big day is here! Thanks Nir Ofir for organizing this event!
My BlogDay recommendations are:
Small Farms: Shows love and appreciation for the hard work farmers and their families do to create such beautiful places and beautiful food. If you love good food, it all starts here!
OrangePulp: Is a pulpy orange who likes to draw and observe the world of oranges.
Black Looks: An African fem living on the margins of Andalucia Spain...She blogs for the human rights and to stop violence against women.
Planeta Reboque: Pedro blogs from Lisbon about his travels, politics and arquitechture. Lots of beautiful photos and stories!
Dulce Julian: This is one delicious blog from my favorite city Buenos Aires, Argentina! Julian is a very talented Chef that loves to share his knowledge and recipes with his readers. Blog is in Spanish.
Tag: BlogDay2005
WebSite: BlogDay.org
- by Chef Melissa
- August 31, 2005
- 4:16 pm
La Receta del Dia: Pescado Frito (Crispy Fried Whole Fish)
Para obtener la receta en Español entre AQUI!
The fried whole fish, simple delicious and nutritious, always has been a notorious element in the Latin American, tropical kitchen. Its golden color shines among the plates of natives and visitors. It is a tradition for the tourist and an everyday delight for the locals.
Among the ideal varieties of fish to fry are jurel, mero, pargo (red snapper), boquinete and corvina (sea bass). The only requirement is that the fish is fresh and of good size.
For good health, use coconut, palm or olive oil.
Next is a very simple and delicious recipe that I am sure you and your family or guest will rave about endlessly!
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Remember you can always email me if you have questions.
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Pescado Frito (Crispy Fried Whole Fish)
Ingredients:
- 1 whole fish (about 1 1/2 pounds) – gutted, gills removed, thoroughly rinsed
- 2 limes cut into halves
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of mashed fresh garlic cloves, or to taste
- 3/4 cups all purpose wheat flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (makes it stick better)
- kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper
Preparation:
- Cut a shallow, crisis-cross pattern on both sides of the fish. Using kitchen scissors or a sharp knife, trim the fins, if they are very long.
- Rub fish inside and out with salt, pepper and garlic.
- Combine flour, cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Dredge the fish in the flour mix and let sit a minute or so, shaking off the excess. Place it in hot (360 degrees) oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes each side OR until light brown and skin is crispy on each side. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serving suggestion: serve with lime wedges. It is delicious with cole slaw, green salad, potato salad, fried green plantains, white rice and stewed red kidney beans, or beans and rice. Your choice!
Serves one really hungry person or two quasi-hungry souls. ENJOY!
- by Chef Melissa
- August 19, 2005
- 9:16 am
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- Clasificados Encuentra24
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La próxima vez que este por panamá , los visitare .
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Dan dice en Hot & Delicious from the Tropics: Luscious Thai Truffles
They sound delicious! I’ll definitely be giving these a try.
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Great job!
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- La Receta del Día: Pan de Guineo (Sin Grasa-Fat Free)
- Corvina crujiente con semillas de sésamo y mayonesa wasabi
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- From the Tropics: Champagne Sorbet
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