PuraVida Plates

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A collection of ingredients and tools for cooking on a green banana leaf. There are sliced chilies, limes, and a container holding a white substance, possibly salt. A wooden mortar with a pestle is present alongside a chopping knife. Some seasoning or spice mix is also visible in a jar. Fried food items are placed on the banana leaf along with strands of rice noodles.

Taste Costa Rica

Dive into authentic Costa Rican flavors with recipes and stories that bring pura vida to your kitchen.
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A plate of food includes a portion of white rice topped with a fried egg, alongside grilled meat and crispy fried pork skin. Accompaniments include fried plantains and a small side salad with cucumbers and carrots. In the background, there is a small cup of sauce and some fried plantains on another plate.
Several bowls are arranged on a surface, each filled with different cooking ingredients. There are chopped onions, diced tomatoes, an assortment of ground spices, chopped green chilies with garlic, and a bottle of oil. A grater is positioned nearby, completing the cooking setup.

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A plate with fried plantains, a bowl of seafood salad garnished with lime, and sides of lettuce and sliced tomatoes. In the background, there is a serving of rice with vegetables and a piece of fried food on separate plates. A metal bucket, possibly for utensils, is partially visible.
A collection of fresh ingredients including green jalapeños, orange habanero peppers, tomatoes, limes, and a mango. There is also a bunch of cilantro and two small bowls containing spices. A transparent glass bowl is partially visible in the background.
A serving of rice topped with a thick, spicy orange-colored sauce containing chopped herbs and small crispy pieces, placed on a large green leaf, likely a banana leaf, which serves as a natural plate.
A white plate containing grilled meat slices, a serving of white rice, and a small metal cup of sauce is at the center. Surrounding the central plate are other dishes, including a plate with a sandwich and fries, a plate with fried plantains, a plate with mixed salad, and various fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, onion, and garlic placed on the table.