Cuban Cooking Made Easy
What is Cuban Picadillo? Cuban picadillo (pronounced “peekah-dee-yoh”) is a beloved dish in Cuban cuisine. Picadillo means minced meat or ground beef. It features seasoned ground beef simmered with a base of sofrito (a sofrito is a flavorful mixture of sautéed onions, bell peppers and garlic), tomatoes (or tomato sauce), and a blend of spices. …
What is a Cuban Sandwich? A Cuban sandwich or “Cubano” is a sandwich that starts with light, airy Cuban bread that shatters with a satisfying crunch, revealing layers of savory roasted pork, salty ham, and melty Swiss cheese. Tangy pickles and mustard add a delightful contrast, making every bite a flavor explosion. THAT’S IT – …
My husband and I have been wanting to visit Cuba for a while. He was born in Havana and has always wanted to see his birthplace. So naturally, when you want to go somewhere, you want to know when the best time to go is. Hands down, everywhere I look, the answer is the best …
Cuban Fried Albóndigas: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Craving a hearty and flavorful meal? Look no further than Cuban Fried Albondigas! These savory, deep-fried meatballs are a vibrant twist on the traditional Cuban Albóndigas dish, normally simmered in a rich sofrito sauce. What are Albóndigas? The Spanish word for meatballs is albondigas. Albóndigas are …
What are Albondigas? The Spanish word for meatballs is albondigas. Albondigas are small meatballs made of ground meat and rice. Traditionally, they are served in soup. A broth-based soup loaded with vegetables. Some recipes have potatoes some do not. Most of the recipes found online are also traditionally Mexican. It is really hard to find …
What is a Cuban Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich? I can hear it now! There is no such thing as a Cuban Philly Cheesesteak sandwich. I know, I know – not until now. One day I had some left over cuban steaks in the refrigerator that I didn’t want to waste and I was in the mood …
With summer right around the corner and stay at home fatigue setting in from covid 19 restrictions, you might be wondering, is it safe to travel? Maybe you’re thinking, is it safe to travel to Cuba? I have been wondering the same thing so after a little research I found the answer for you. Yes! …
How to Make Potaje de Garbanzos Most people associate Cuban food and black beans together because that is what you will find on every restaurant menu. Let me introduce you to the other types of Cuban beans. I have already showed you red beans, white beans and black beans. Now let’s learn how to make …
Deliciously Authentic: A Cuban Red Bean Recipe That Will Transport Your Taste Buds to Havana As you know by now beans are a staple in Cuban cooking. I have introduced you to black beans, congri and white beans. Now we’re going to make Cuban red beans (frijoles colorodos). Deliciously bold and bursting with the flavors …
How to make Congri (Moros y Cristianos) What is Congri? Let’s first start with how to say Congri. It’s pronounced con-gree. Now that we know how to say it, what is it? Congri is the combination of black beans and rice made together in the same pot. When the rice is cooked it is cooked …
