Author: Abuelas Cuban Counter

Instant Pot Ropa Vieja Recipe

Instant Pot: Cuban Ropa Vieja

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 […]

Classic Cuban Recipes: Vaca Frita

Classic Cuban Recipes: Vaca Frita

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 […]

Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

There is something so comforting about a warm tomato soup. Just the thought of dunking a grilled cheese into a rich delicious pool of summer ripened tomatoes is bliss. But the tomato soup has to be right. Not all Tomato Soups are created equal. For us it’s important that the […]

Platanos Maduros Recipe

Cuban Plantains Recipe (Platano Maduros)

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 […]

Sopa De Cebolla Main

Sopa de Cebolla

Sopa de Cebolla is a classic Cuban recipe, that is not usually associated with Cuban cooking at all. People usually tend to associate onion soup with French Onion Soup. However this dish centered around layers and layers of caramelized onions is at the heart of Cuban cooking. How so? Think […]

Tropical Ceviche Recipe Main

Tropical Ceviche

Put this Tropical Ceviche Recipe on your list for things to make this summer. This Tropical Ceviche includes all the flavors of a summer in Miami and is the perfect contrast. It is the cool light fresh bite to help you beat the heat. It has fresh fish, tons of […]

Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin

Papas Gratinadas (Potatoes Au Gratin)

This Papas Gratinadas Recipe is a cheesy delicious Cuban twist on potatoes au gratin. Easy to follow and is a great side dish for a big holiday or even just a regular week day. Who doesn’t love Potatoes Au Gratin? Papas Gratinadas really are such a great side to serve […]

Sheet Pan Meal Lemon Pepper Swordfish

Sheet Pan: Lemon Pepper Fish

This Lemon Pepper Fish Recipe is an easy sheet pan meal to add into your arsenal. Sheet Pan Meals are the best meals! Everyone loves a sheet pan meal. They are easy to make, and are delicious. It is an easy clean up, which is music to every at home […]

Cuban Ceviche Recipe

Cuban Style Ceviche

This Cuban Style Ceviche Recipe is going to become your new summer staple. It’s is simple and very fresh and what else could you want out of a summer appetizer.  Traditionally Cuban ceviche is served as an appetizer with saltine crackers. Mostly it’s eaten with hot sauce on the side. […]

Arroz Con Salchichas Recipe

Arroz Con Salchichas

This Arroz Con Salchichas Recipe is an ode to some of the great men in our life. Arroz con Salchichas is “un plato de refugio.”  It’s a dish born out of necessity. It dates back to the time when Cubans began to come to the United States in the 60s. […]