Latin Seasoning
A Latin Seasoning is a versatile blend of spices and herbs that adds a burst of flavor to your dishes. It can be used to spruce up everything from meat, fish and vegetables to rice and beans. It also makes a great seasoning for dips and marinades.
Sazon - Spanish Seasoning Salt
This spice mix is a pantry staple in many Latin kitchens. It is made by combining different types of herbs and spices along with salt. A good quality sazon is bright red in colour and has an achiote chilli powder to give it that extra kick of heat!
Adobo - Spanish Pork or Beef Seasoning
A dry adobo seasoning can be used in much the same way as any other seasoning salt. It can be sprinkled directly on the meat as it cooks or added to a sauce, stew or soup during cooking to add some bold Latin American flair to your dish.
Chayote - Summer Squash
The soft-skinned, subtly sweet and tender chayote is a traditional Central American food that's delicioso in salsas and salads. This fruit is also a favorite in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, where it's often used to thicken traditional sancocho (a Dominican soup).
Platano - Winter Squash
The banana-family platano plays a key role in comida latina star dishes like pastelon (Puerto Rican plantain "lasagna"), sancocho and mofongo. It can be boiled, fried, baked or roasted and eaten as a main dish, side or snack.