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Cuban Mojo Marinade

Cuban Mojo Marinade Recipe

This Cuban Mojo Marinade Recipe is fresh out of Abuela’s kitchen. We took all of the Cuban flavor that we were raised on, and brought this mojo marinade recipe that is going to change the way you mojo going forward. Abuela’s Cuban Mojo Marinade Recipe is a total flavor punch […]

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Welcome to Our Counter

From the moment Ani and I started cooking together, we have been sharing stories of our childhood.  We were both very fortunate enough to have grown up surrounded by strong, independent, caring, amazing women.  We both had Abuelas that led by example.  Abuelas that could make you feel loved without […]

Arroz con Pollo

Cuban Arroz Con Pollo

Cuban Arroz Con Pollo is just so classic. In most Cuban families, this is a dish that is prepared pretty regularly. It is the “go-to” for larger family gatherings. It does make sense. It can all be done in one pot, and you can really make a lot of food […]

Caldo Gallego Recipe

Abuela’s Caldo Gallego

Abuela’s Caldo Gallego Recipe is a guide to making this Spanish white bean and chorizo stew. This recipe will help you make one of our favorite comfort foods. What is Caldo Gallego Caldo Gallego literally translates to “Galician broth”. It is a traditional soup dish from Galicia, Spain. It is […]

abuela's classic cuban flan

Abuela’s Classic Cuban Flan

Abuela’s Classic Cuban Flan Recipe is a step by step guide to perfecting one of the most delicious Cuban desserts. Flan is a staple, and it is a staple for a reason. It is such a luscious decadent bite but never over the top. What is a Cuban Flan We […]

Abuela's Camarones Enchilados

Abuela’s Cuban Camarones Enchilados

Our Abuela’s Cuban Camarones Enchilados Recipe is a step by step guide to building a classic Cuban dish that everyone in the family can enjoy. What Is Camarones Enchilados Cuban Camarones Enchilados a Cuban Shrimp Creole. It is basically shrimp thrown into a Sofrito with a little kick. Sofrito is […]

Cuban Garbanzos Fritos Recipe

Abuela’s Cuban Garbanzos Fritos

Abuela’s Cuban Garbanzos Fritos recipe is a traditional Cuban appetizer that everyone is going to love. It’s easy to do, and filled with traditional Cuban flavor that can work as an appetizer or main course. This dish is very popular in Cuban cuisine. However, don’t let that scare you off […]

Abuela's Mojo Turkey

Abuela’s Cuban Mojo Turkey

Our Abuela’s Cuban Mojo Turkey Recipe is a step by step guide to making a turkey this Thanksgiving (or any day). This turkey recipe is so easy to follow, and the Mojo injects a level of flavor that is hard to resist. What is Cuban Mojo Turkey Abuela’s Cuban Mojo […]

Cuban Tostones Recipe

Abuela’s Cuban Tostones

This Cuban Tostones Recipe is a guide to making Cuban fried plantains right at home. Easy to follow and so delicious. Let’s jump in. Why do we love Cuban Tostones? A tostone is a smashed and fried plantain. A plantain, or a green plantain, is a type of cooking banana. […]