Cuban Cooking Made Easy
I have been asked many times throughout my life, “Is Cuban food spicy?” The short answer is NO, but it IS full of flavor. Anyone who says Cuban food is bland hasn’t eaten authentic Cuban food. Also, they definitely haven’t eaten Cuban food prepared by me! Contrary to popular belief, Cuban cuisine is not known …
While most people are accustomed to finding pineapples and mangoes in their local produce aisle, these are not the only exotic tropical fruits available today. One such tropical fruit that has only begun making its way into supermarkets around the country, is that of soursop. Known throughout Latin America as guanabana, this particular fruit has …
What Is Cuban Picadillo con Papas? Cuban picadillo (pronounced “peekah-dee-ohz”) means minced meat or ground beef. Picadillo is a very popular Latin dish that is unique to each region that it comes from. Cuban picadillo con papas is ground beef with potatoes. Picadillo starts with a base of sofrito, tomatoes or tomato sauce and spices. If …
Nothing says Cuban cuisine quite like a traditionally made Cubano sandwich. However, you may be wondering where can I find the best Cuban sandwich in Charlotte? While considered by many to be the epitome of ham and cheese sandwiches, the Cubano has been a mainstay in Cuban and Spanish restaurants around the country for more …
Mamey sapote is a very popular fruit in Latin America. It is native to both Central and South America but is also grown in the southern part of Florida and throughout the Caribbean. Chances are, that you may have even come across one of these fruits while in your local grocery store, and didn’t even …
How To Make Christmas Pastelitos de Guayaba During the holiday season homemade treats are everywhere. Maybe you have on office Christmas party, a cookie exchange with friends or a family gathering and this year you would like to do something a little different. I have your answer. Christmas pastelitos de guayabe (guava pastries). What makes …
Nothing is more satisfying than biting into a perfectly made Cubano sandwich. Just thinking about that probably has you wondering where to find the best Cuban sandwich in Columbus. The slow-roasted, mojo-marinated pork shoulder or leg is the perfect complement to the thinly sliced ham and pickles that make a Cubano truly a work of …
Avocados are a popular tropical fruit that has a dark leathery skin and a bright green flesh. However, a Florida Cuban (Catalina) avocado have a bright green skin and yellow flesh. Catalina avocados are also referred to as Florida avocados. In some parts of the country, they are also known as butter fruit or alligator …
A Cubano sandwich is a pure flavor sensation that starts with meticulously marinated pork (lechon), which is then slow-roasted to perfection. Once the shoulder is falling off of the bone, it’s mixed with thinly sliced ham and Swiss cheese, and a healthy serving of pickles. The Cuban bread is slathered with yellow mustard and stuffed …
Fall-off-the-bone Tender: Irresistible Fricasé de Costillitas Recipe Where have Fricasé de Costillitas en cazuela been all of my life? That is exactly what I said to myself after making this recipe and then taking the first bite! I was inspired to make these oh so tender baby back ribs after trying them at a local …
