Cuban Recipes
We have said it BEFORE and we will say it again, Cuban Ropa Vieja is one of the pillars of Cuban cuisine. It is difficult to discuss traditional Cuban Recipes without mentioning Ropa Vieja. This shredded beef recipe is built on the foundation of sofrito, and the garlic makes the […]
This Cuban Ropa Vieja Recipe is the perfect guide to a classic feel good meal. Ropa Vieja literally means, old clothes, which we always thought was just such a funny way to refer to something so delicious. But old clothes is kind of perfect. This beef shreds just like old […]
This classic Cuban Fufu Recipe is going to take you step by step to making a delicious traditional fufu. It’s quick and easy to do. Let’s hop right in. What is Fufu? Fufu is essentially, mashed plantain. Plantains are a less sweet, starchier equivalent to their cousin, the banana. Think […]
This Classic Cuban Rabo Encendido Recipe is going to take you step by step so you can make this delicious comforting dish at home. Rabo Encendido or braised oxtail, is one of the most rich and delicious classic Cuban dishes. There is a heavy African and Caribbean influence but tastes […]
This Arepas Venezolanas Recipe will take you step by step so that you can feel confident in making this right at home. Arepas Venezolanas (Venezuelan Arepas) area a staple in any Venezuelan home, as well in many other Latin countries. Arepas are essentially just corn patties. However they really are […]
Roasted Spaghetti Squash is the perfect side this fall. It is such a warm and delicious side that can go with almost anything you are serving. You can use the noodles as a replacement for pasta, or stuff the squash for something extra special. If you haven’t really worked with […]
Cuban Sofrito Spaghetti or as our Abuelas would call it “Espagueti,” starts how all great Cuban dishes start off with – sofrito. As we all know, Cuban Sofrito, is at the base of all the dishes we know and love. It’s hard to name a Cuban dish that doesn’t start […]
This Instant Pot: Pan con Lechon Recipe is a delicious hack to making a classic Cuban pork sandwich. It’s so easy to do! There are very few things that can bring people running to your house. Cuban Pulled Pork Sandwiches or Pan Con Lechon, is definitely one of them. It’s […]
Classic Cuban Recipes: Vaca Frita is one of the first recipes in our series of Classic Cuban dishes. Cuban Vaca Frita, which translates to “fried cow” is one of our favorites, which is why we have two different versions (Check out our Pollo Vaca Frita). Shredded beef is flavored with […]
This Cuban Plantains Recipe (Platano Maduros) is a step by step to making a classic side dish that can accompany just about anything. Platanos Maduros are a Cuban staple. Whether you like them love them or want to leave them, you will usually find them on the Cuban table. All […]