Tamales: one way to do a traditional Panamanian New Year's dish
– String Directions : – Wash the bijao (false bird of paradise, also known as “platanillo” or Heliconia bihai L.) leaves — you can use banana or plantain leaves if these are unavailable, but bijao imparts a particular taste you want — and boil them for 20 minutes, then drain them and let them dry on some paper towels – Boil corn until soft – Roast the pork until it’s done, then cut it up into chunks – Brown the pork chunks in butter – Remove the pork, retaining the pan and...
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