Cuban recipes

Cuban-style Steaks in Garlic-Lime Marinade

These steaks are a treat and a great way to make an inexpensive cut of meat memorable. You can use bottom…

Arroz Congrí

Arroz Congrí or Moros y Cristianos as it's also known is the national dish of Cuba, their version of the rice and beans. The "Moors" refer to the…

Black Beans and Rice

A Cuban classic, this goes perfectly with all pork dishes, and also with poultry and fish.

Mojo-Cuban Citrus Garlic Sauce

This is an adaped from a recipe by Steven Raichlen. Mojo is a traditional sauce for Cuban pit-roasted pork and palomilla (a thin steak cut from the…

Honey and Sea Salt Plantains

The humble plantain seems to be one of the most misunderstood fruits in the grocery aisle. Most people pass over these green bananas in favor of…

Cremitas de Leche / Light Caramel Milk Cookies

Originally from: http://www.mundorecetas.com/recetas-de-cocina/recetas-postt21091.html I did everything…

Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans

These beans are great as a main dish (serve with rice or tortillas) or on the side of your favorite Mexican entrees. They are happy to star in the…

Cuban Pork

I adapted this recipe from a very popular cuban pork recipe on Allrecipes. I used boneless country style ribs instead of pork roast, because they…

Cangrejitos (Filled Crescent Pastries)

Cuban Pork Hash

Cuban Inspired Applewood Pork Skewers

Living in South Florida, Cuban inspiration abounds and I have one of my co-workers to thank for the idea behind…

Blueberry Mojito

A refreshing variation on the traditional Mojito cocktail, using real blueberry juice for depth and flavor.

Pollo Cubano

Marinated chicken braised in white wine and veggies. Serve with rice or other starchy vegetable. Yum!

Puerco Asado ( Roasted Pork)

This recipe comes down from my great grandmother down the line to me..I remember when they cooked this for the night before Christmas and New Years…

Kid friendly Picadillo

Picadillo is a classic Cuban dish of gound beef, onions, peppers and green olives. You can make it kid friendly and a little healthier by adding kid…