Passover Latino: Traditional Jewish recipes with our own twist

Passover, the Jewish spring festival commemorating the deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, is almost here. Yes, it's true that most Latinos are Catholic or Christian, but there is also a significant population of Latino jews in countries  like Cuba, Argentina, and Mexico.

Passover is an eight-day observance, the first two days and last two days of the period are celebrated with sumptuous holiday meals. Now you know that if there are Latino Jews then there has to be an array of Passover recipes with sabor Latino to them. Here are 5 amazing Passover recipes with a Latin twist that will delight and satisfy. Keep in mind you don't have to be Jewish of Latino to enjoy these delicacies.

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Mexican style matzo ball soup

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Mmm, epazote and lime give matzo ball soup a Latin twist.

For full recipe instructions visit Jewish Woman Magazine.

Roasted asparagus, avocado, and arugula salad

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Avocado is always a welcome addition to any meal.

Get full recipe instructions at The Shiksa in the Kitchen.

Pescado a la veracruzana

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Doesn't this fish look all spiffy, dressed up for the holiday?

Get full recipe instructions at Kitchen Daily.

Coconut tamales

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I might be the biggest fan of sweet tamales in the world.

Get the full recipe instructions at Epicurious.

Chipotle flourless chocolate cake

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Just looking at this makes my mouth water.

Get full recipe directions at Simple Recipes.