Cuban Recipes
Guava Marmalade Recipe (Mermelade de Guayaba) will take you step by step through how to peel, boil, and blend your way into a delicious guava jam. An all time favorite Cuban ingredient, and you can make it right at home. Let’s break it down. What is Guava Marmalade (Mermelada de […]
One of the most unexpected, but beautiful parts about starting Abuela’s Counter has been the outpouring of messages and comments from our community. Obviously, we love the comments that are complementary and supportive. We are two women reaching our 40’s, we love compliments. However the comments we are talking about […]
This Cuban Pork Chops recipe will have you making the most delicious most flavorful pork chops. The best part is how quick and easy it all comes together. Our Cuban Pork Chops are marinated with citrus and sprinkled with Badia’s orange pepper seasoning to bring to life that signature Cuban […]
Pollo a la Plancha is a staple. This recipe will walk you through making this very simple yet very delicious classic cuban recipe. This dish represents so much of what Cuban cooking is about. It is the quintessential Cuban restaurant dish, “pollo a la plancha” is always seasoned similarly then […]
This Arroz Imperial recipe will take you through step by step to building this delicious layered Cuban crowd pleaser. Arroz Imperial is a Cuban casserole that is just perfect for a special occasion or entertaining a large crowd. It is layers of rice, chicken, mayonnaise and cheese that come together […]
Abuela’s Counter was founded by Ani and I because of a deep love and respect for our Abuela’s and the other incredible women in our family. We immediately bonded over recipes and ingredients. However what really connected us was sharing our stories about our Abuelas and all the things they […]
Potaje de Chícharos is a hearty Cuban split pea soup made with smoky pork, chorizo, vegetables and a simple sofrito. As the chícharos slowly simmer, they begin to break down, creating a thick, creamy potaje packed with flavor. This is the kind of recipe that comes from the humble kitchen. […]
Fish Wrapped in Banana Leaves Recipe is a great guide to using the banana leaf in your day to day cooking. This recipe has an Island vibe thanks to its citrusy flavor and Caribbean presentation. Fish and veggies are seasoned with spices and bright herbs then wrapped in a banana […]
This Yuca Fries Recipe will show you how you can take your fresh or leftover yuca and transform it into something crispy and absolutely delicious. What Is Yuca Yuca, is the root of the cassava plant, It is a very starchy root vegetable. You will find it used in a […]
Alita Oliva’s Roast Chicken is one of those recipes that walks you through every step, so you can confidently make one of the ultimate comfort meals at home. A perfectly roasted chicken is simple, flavorful, and the kind of dish that always feels just right. This recipe is crisp on […]