Cuban Recipes
Black beans are one of the most important staples in Cuban cooking. They are comforting, versatile, and always worth making extra. Whether you’re simmering a traditional pot on a Sunday or pulling together something quick on a weeknight, black beans can stretch into multiple meals without ever feeling repetitive. These […]
Cuban desserts are all about balance. They are not overly sweet, can be creamy, and usually deeply nostalgic. These are the desserts Abuela brought out for birthdays, holidays, and long Sunday dinners, when the table was already full but everyone still said yes to one more bite. This guide isn’t […]
As we said in our first, Classic Cuban Series Blog, we are on a mission. The mission has always been to try to help preserve the recipes that we grew up making and enjoying with our Abuelas. Our Abuelas instilled in us a sense of pride when it comes to […]
Pan con Bistec is a Cuban classic that turns a simple steak sandwich into something unforgettable. It’s thinly sliced bistec, caramelized onions, crispy potato sticks, and a squeeze of lime come together for sandwich perfection. Every bite captures that comforting, flavorful nostalgia of a walk-up Cuban café. This is going […]
This Strawberry Guava Jam recipe is a two step recipe that will help you elevate anything from toast to cheesecake. It is the perfect balance between sweet and tart combining fresh and juicy strawberries with guava marmalade. Why Make This Strawberry Guava Jam We are positive that once you […]
We have the perfect Easter menu for you no matter what your mood or plan is. Take a look at these menu ideas to make Easter easy and yummy. Easter is a happy occasion right at the beginning of Spring that is full of color and new life. In Christian […]
These boneless skinless chicken thighs are seasoned with our favorite spices and roasted over mushrooms and leeks. It’s one of our go-to sheet pan meals. Why You Need to Make This Sheet Pan Baked Chicken Thighs Mushrooms and Leeks Recipe There are a few reasons we think you should be […]
This Pargo Frito Recipe is going to take you through making a whole fried snapper right at home. This is something that seems a little impossible, but we promise you that by the end of this recipe you will see that the hardest part is just finding your fish. The […]
Cuban Bocadito Sandwiches are a traditional snack that is so easy to make. A thick delicious spread that is perfect on bread or crackers. What are Cuban Bocaditos This old school Cuban appetizer translates to “the spread of small sandwiches,” which is typically how it it’s served. The tasty and […]
This Chicken Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo is a little Cuban spin on a classic Gumbo recipe that is easy to do and so delicious. What is Chicken Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo The Latin and Southern kitchen share many similarities. The Cuban kitchen attributes many recipes to “la cocina criolla” or […]