Dominican Meat Dishes

Pica pollo refers to Dominican-style fried chicken that is often eaten with a side dish of fried plantains and paired with a refreshing beverage on the side — usually beer or Coke. The freshness of the chicken comes from lemon juice in which... READ MORE

Dominican food is a unique mixture of African, Spanish, and Taino Indian influences, without spiciness but with a lot of herbs and sauces. La bandera Dominicana (literally translated as the Dominican Flag) is one such dish and a staple of... READ MORE

Chivo guisado is a Dominican goat stew. It is usually prepared with pieces of goat meat, onions, bitter oranges, garlic, and tomatoes, while the secrets to this delicacy are wild oregano and Scotch bonnet peppers. Local goats feed on wild oregano,... READ MORE

Chimichurris is a Dominican hamburger characterized by the addition of numerous spices to the meat patty, such as oregano, garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes. It is usually not prepared at home, but bought from street food vendors. Like most b... READ MORE

Carne guisada is a simple, traditional beef stew flavored with cumin, jalapeños, and chili powder. It is popular throughout Latin America, especially in Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. The dish is usually simmered over low h... READ MORE

Niños envueltos (lit. wrapped children) is a traditional dish consisting of rice and ground beef that are wrapped in cabbage and cooked in tomato sauce. Apart from the main ingredients, the dish also often contains garlic, basil, bell peppe... READ MORE