While condo de mayo is a commemorative holiday in Mexico (the victory of the Mexican army over the French empire for the battle of Puebla), people go all out in the US. So here are a couple of my recipes that you can do if you’re celebrating 5 de mayo!
Pork shoulder recipes!
Instant Pot Carnitas (with spicy chipotle sauce)
Want to braise your pork? Recipe here
Simple Polenta with Carnitas (great usage of leftovers)
Can’t forget the sides:
Lazy Arroz Amarillo (yellow rice)
Arroz con Maiz (rice with corn)
Finish it up with dessert!
Flan de cafe (coffee flan)
Happy Eating!
Boricua in the Midwest 