Arroz con gandules is Puerto Rico’s iconic rice dish made with pigeon peas, sofrito, sazón, herbs, and often pork or ham.

Mofongo is a Puerto Rican dish made from fried green plantains mashed with garlic, salt, and crispy pork cracklings, often served with broth, meat, or seafood.

Pernil is Puerto Rico’s slow-roasted pork shoulder, marinated with garlic, oregano, adobo, and citrus, then cooked until tender with crispy skin.

Pinchos are Puerto Rican grilled skewers, usually chicken or pork, brushed with sauce and often served with a piece of bread on top.