A Cuban woman in Louisville is taking TikTok by storm with her Thanksgiving turkey marinade recipe. With jokes, anecdotes, and detailed steps, Yisle has once again captured the attention of thousands of users who not only loved the recipe but also the entertaining way she presents it.
The creator of the video begins by announcing that she will share the marinade for the "youngest turkey" she saw at the market, because, according to her, "young ones have collagen." Along the way, she shares her favorite steps, like skinning the turkey while comparing the task to "the art of gossiping with the neighbor on the porch," eliciting laughter from her followers.
Amid laughter, @yisleblogs explains how she blends butter, seasonings, and lemon juice to create a perfect paste that she spreads "on every nook and cranny," using an optional syringe to maximize flavor. She also pokes fun at typical criticisms on social media, joking about her mother-in-law: "Better to have too much than not enough, because you definitely don’t want to end up in the cheapest newspaper."
The reactions came quickly. One user commented, "The narration is the best, that's how you learn," while another wrote, "I’m watching you from Venezuela, you're awesome." Someone else shared their own ideas: "It tastes super good with some bacon on top." Overall, the blend of humor, tradition, and creativity has resonated with the audience.
The creator ended the video by promising to show the result in another clip, stating that she would fill the turkey with mashed plantains in the mofongo style, and encouraged her followers to save the video so they wouldn't be "like a cow at the movies." What's TikTok's verdict? A delicious recipe with a golden narrative.
Origin and tradition of the celebration ofThanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving is one of the most iconic traditions in the United States, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. This date has its roots in 1621, when the Pilgrims in Plymouth, Massachusetts, shared a meal with the Wampanoag people to give thanks for their first successful harvest in the New World. This gathering, rich in symbolism, represented a gesture of cooperation and gratitude between cultures during a time of survival and adaptation.
Although it was not established as an official holiday until 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of thanksgiving during the Civil War, the essence of this celebration has evolved while maintaining the spirit of unity and gratitude. Today, Thanksgiving is a day when families come together to share a traditional dinner, with turkey being the undeniable star of the menu.
Beyond the turkey, the typical side dishes include mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, among other dishes. However, each family often adds its own special touch, blending American traditions with influences from their own cultures, as we saw in this case with the mofongo-style stuffed plantain turkey, a delightful Caribbean twist.
In addition to the food, Thanksgiving is a day of reflection, where people express gratitude for the blessings received throughout the year. It is also a date filled with modern customs, such as massive parades (the Macy's parade in New York is the most famous) and the start of the shopping season marked by Black Friday.
In summary, Thanksgiving combines tradition, history, and unique moments that, although they evolve with time and the cultures that embrace them, continue to pay tribute to gratitude and family connection.
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