This Instant Pot Cuban Ropa Vieja recipe is just what you need to get a classic Cuban dish ready in under an hour. What is Cuban Ropa Vieja Ropa Vieja is a quintessential Cuban recipe. It literally translates to old clothes. However it is shredded beef built on the foundation […]
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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 […]
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. What are Cuban Plantains (Platano Maduros) Platanos Maduros are a Cuban staple. Sweet plantains are made from ripe green plantains. Think about it like this, the darker […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Mango Pastelitos
This Mango Pastelito Recipe is going to be your next summer staple. If you visit any ventanita in Miami you will see a box filled with a variety of pastelitos. They have all the favorites. You will see Pastelitos de Carne, Queso, and of course Guayaba. Pastelitos de Guayaba or […]
Tomatillo Sauce Recipe
This Tomatillo Sauce Recipe is a great place to turn when you are looking to shake things up a bit. They can be the answer to bringing a little something to the plate to make it feel fresh. This makes your usual chicken a little less boring, simple fish a […]
Cuban Carne Con Papas
Cuban Carne Con Papas (Cuban Beef Stew) is a classic Cuban recipe that just fills the soul. This is one of those traditional Cuban dishes you just want to serve in a bowl and curl up with on the couch while eating. It is comfort food at its finest. The […]
Cuban Salsa Recipe: Olive Salsa Verde
This Cuban Salsa Recipe: Olive Salsa Verde is a quick guide to making a little salsa with a big bite. A great Cuban Salsa Recipe may be just what you are looking for to spice up your usual weeknight dinner. Sometimes it’s hard to break out of the usual things […]