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Tropical Cuisine (17)
Hawaii; the destination of many seeking the ultimate in tropical weather, lifestyle and beauty has given us many delicious recipes to enjoy. With the many fresh fruits and native eatable treats available we can only begin to imagine the number of tropical recipes that come from this region. This one below is a delightful appetizer that can be shared among many guests and family. Hawaii, the tropical island that we love!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ready in: 40 minutes
Servings: Six
Ingredients:
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained and liquid reserved
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, 1 tablespoon of reserved orange juice, salt, ginger, nutmeg and pepper
2. Toss the oranges and pineapple into the mixture. Stir in mayonnaise until evenly coated. Chill well before serving.
Once chilled, remove the coleslaw from the fridge and watch as your guests enjoy the refreshing and tropical treat that is Hawaiian coleslaw. Memories and questions for the recipe will abound!
Per serving: Calories 139 - Total Fat 9.9 g - Cholesterol 7 mg
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Key Lime Pie dates back to the 1800's and probably even before. It originated where key limes grow; the southern United States and the tropical havens of the world. It is a staple of the tropics and seems to always delight those who indulge in the delicious fresh key lime pie. When in the tropics don't pass it up! But now you can bring it home with this recipe.
Prep time is 20 minutes. Cook time is 15 minutes. This fabulous desert is ready in 35 minutes.
The usually serving size of a standard key lime pie is eight. So everyone can get in on the fun and enjoyment!
Ingredients:
- 5 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 (14 ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup of fresh key lime juice- if fresh is not available substitute a reputable key lime juice
- 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
2. Combine the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and lime juice. Mix well. Pour into unbaked graham cracker shell.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Allow to cool. Top with whipped topping and garnish with lime slices if desired.
Per serving: Calories 324- Total Fat 13.6 g- Cholesterol 145mg
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This recipe comes to us courtesy of Joe Nekrasz of All Recipes. As he states, "grilled rock lobster tails lightly seasoned with lemon and garlic. Ready in no time at all and oh so delicious!"
The preparation time for this delightful tropical recipe is 15 minutes. The cook time is 12 minutes and the dinner should be ready in 27 minutes. The recipe below yields 2 servings and is a wonderful treat to have on the veranda or porch as the surf crashes on the beach below.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 (10 ounce) rock lobster tails
Directions:
1.Preheat grill for high heat
2.Squeeze lemon juice into a small bowl and slowly whisk in olive oil. Whisk in salt, paprika, white pepper and garlic powder. Split lobster tails lengthwise with a large knife and brush flesh side with marinade.
3.Lightly oil grill grate. Place tails, flesh side down on preheated grill. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, and basting frequently with marinade. Throw out any remaining marinade. Lobster is done when opaque and firm to the touch.
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For information that we all are counting; calories 743- Total fat 60.9- Cholesterol 170 mg per lobster.
This is a tropical feast that can be enjoyed on both the beach and at home or a hotel. All you need is a grill and a beautiful setting and your meal will be a delightful memory forever!