Cuban Cuisine Recipes


Restaurant owners know that Cuban cuisine is distinguished, on the one hand, by its simplicity in its set ingredients, and on the other hand, it requires special cooking methods, since it is important to boil or fry the ingredients thoroughly so that they become soft, but at the same time retain their shape, and in our recipes with photos It tells how to achieve this. Popular national dishes Cuban cuisine typically includes pork, beans, noodles, and corn porridge. Sometimes, traditional Cuban dishes include fish or vegetables. Moreover, almost all Cuban dishes are quite fatty and filling, so they are usually served with rum or another strong liquor. Once you've learned how to cook exotic Cuban dishes, be sure to choose a good drink to pair them with.




Categories: Cocktails, With rum, Frozen, .
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Strawberry ColadaViews: 936

This cocktail is a superb blend of strawberry Daiquiri and Pina Colada in one glass, a veritable explosion of fruity tropical flavors. It's made with store-bought cocktail mixes. Add...

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Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2
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Manioc with Cuban MojoViews: 744

Yuca con mojo is a traditional Cuban dish, usually served as a side dish. Despite its simplicity, it's incredibly delicious. Boiled pieces of cassava (yuca) are served with a Cuban...

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Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 16 Caloric content: 266
Categories: Appetizers, Snacks, With sauces, Meat, .
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Nachos "Cubano"Views: 618

For a big house party, make these nachos with all the flavors of a Cuban sandwich. Tortilla chips are loaded with chunks of ham and pork loin, topped with mustard, a thick, gooey cheese sauce, and...

Tortilla chips, Monterey Jack cheese, pork, mustard, light beer, pickled cucumber...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 591
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One-Sheet Chicken Mojo with PlantainsViews: 544

The marinade for this recipe was inspired by Cuban mojo sauce. Orange juice, lime, jalapeño, garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil combine to create a veritable explosion of flavors...

chicken thighs, plantain, mint, cumin, oregano, orange juice, lime juice...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 994
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Ropa Vieja RollViews: 495

This beef steak roll is packed with all the flavors of Cuban ropa vieja. Inside, you'll find spicy tomato sauce, roasted bell peppers, caramelized onions, and green olives.

Beef, poblano pepper, bell pepper, tomato paste, olives, cumin, oregano...
Time: 2 hours 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 332
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Cuban sandwich in a bread bowlViews: 549

This is a completely new way to enjoy the classic Cuban sandwich. Instead of frying it under a press, layer all the ingredients in white bread bowls and then bake until...

Pork loin, pickled cucumber, ham, Swiss cheese, mustard...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1020
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Cuban Ham SandwichViews: 600

This pressed sandwich with pork, cheese, and pickles is incredibly popular in Miami, but it was invented by Cuban immigrants in Tampa. In the late 19th century, while trying to make...

White bread, ham, pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, pickled cucumber...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 595
Categories: Appetizers, Sandwiches, .
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Avocado toast with lettuce in Cuban citrus dressingViews: 513

This recipe combines healthy avocado toast with a salad—a true vitamin-packed treat. A citrus vinaigrette adds just the right amount of tartness to balance the richness of the avocado...

Toast, radishes, arugula, whole grain bread, salad mix, feta cheese, almonds, oranges...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 353
Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, .
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Fried plantainsViews: 2,063

The hardest part about fried plantains is being patient and waiting for them to ripen almost to the point of blackness. Picked plantains ripen the same way as bananas: place them in a paper...

plantain, bananas...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Beef steak in a slow cookerViews: 871

For this recipe, it's best to use inexpensive cuts of steak, such as skirt steak or flank steak. These cuts are tougher than premium steaks, but...

Beef, bell pepper, olives, olive brine, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, tomato puree, cumin...
Time: 8 hours 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 464
Categories: Soups, Thick, stewed dishes, .
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Pressure Cooker Beef, Bell Pepper, and Olive StewViews: 676

Rich beef is infused with the flavors of oregano and cumin in a pressure cooker, creating a delicious stew inspired by the Cuban dish ropa vieja. The beef is paired with roasted bell peppers,...

Beef, carrots, bell peppers, olives, tomatoes, parsley, tomato paste, bay leaf, oregano, cumin...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 458
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Slow Cooker Pork with Oranges and GarlicViews: 696

Cumin, freshly squeezed orange juice, and spices infuse this tender pork loin with rich flavor. This slow cooker recipe was inspired by Cuban cuisine, where rich flavor is achieved through...

Onions, bell peppers, cilantro, garlic, pork escalope, cumin, oranges, long-grain rice, peas, wine vinegar, pork loin...
Time: 7 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 630
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Turkey Picadillo SandwichesViews: 540

These sandwiches are made with picadillo, a thick, ground meat sauce with olives, raisins, onions, and spices. This recipe uses lean ground turkey. Fry it with the rest of the...

Ground turkey, olives, olive brine, avocado, tomato paste, allspice, bay leaf, chili powder, cumin, sesame seed buns, raisins...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 484
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Cuban Black Bean and Chicken BowlViews: 1 186

Make a complete meal in one bowl: steamed rice with spicy black beans, fried chicken pieces, and fresh herbs. When choosing chicken, choose boneless, skinless thighs: they...

Chicken thighs, bell pepper, rice, orange juice, black beans, oregano, cumin...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 550
Author: - chef
Panini with fried vegetablesViews: 3,012
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Grilled summer vegetables, melting mozzarella, and aromatic basil pesto sauce make a perfect filling for an Italian panini sandwich. Top with pesto. It can be made ahead and stored in...

Zucchini, eggplant, pesto sauce, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, tomatoes, baguette, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Author: - famous chef
Classic DaiquiriViews: 24 195
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The refreshing Cuban Daiquiri is one of the best summer cocktails. It's a balanced blend of freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup, and light rum, balancing the sweet and sour notes harmoniously...

rum, lime juice, syrup...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, Frozen, .
Author: - restaurateur
Frozen Strawberry DaiquiriViews: 5 145

You don't have to wait for strawberry season to enjoy this refreshing cocktail. Simply pour a bag of frozen strawberries into a blender and blend with rum, lime juice, and sugar until...

strawberries, rum, lime juice...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Slow Cooker Cuban Pulled Pork SandwichViews: 3,344
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When choosing pork for sandwiches, go for pork shoulder. It requires a long simmering time, but the meat turns out very juicy and rich. Before cooking, rub the shoulder with a spice mixture...

Pork shoulder, pork, sandwich buns, Swiss cheese, ham, pickled cucumber, orange juice, lime juice, red pepper flakes, oregano, cumin...
Time: 8 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Pork with mojo sauce and plantainsViews: 2 271

Prepare a complete meal with a bone-in pork chop, served with rice and fried plantain. A mojo sauce made with chopped cilantro and mint, citrus juice, and...

Pork loin, pork, jalapeño pepper, kidney beans, lime juice, orange juice, cumin, mint, plantain...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 480
Picadillo Slider SandwichesViews: 3,853

Picadillo (Spanish for ground meat) is a meat dish popular in many Latin American countries. It's essentially ground beef fried with various vegetables and seasonings or...

Ground beef, tomato sauce, sandwich buns, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, raisins, almonds, olives...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 898
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Mango Mojito with Jalapeño PepperViews: 6 214

If asked to name the most summery cocktail, most would probably say the Mojito. Almost every corner of the world makes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions of this refreshing drink...

Lime, jalapeño pepper, soda water, rum, mango, mint, syrup...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
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Coconut MojitoViews: 5,510
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The Mojito cocktail has long been a symbol of refreshing coolness in the summer heat. No matter how it's garnished or modified, no one remains indifferent. Make a more tropical...

coconut water, lime juice, rum, mint...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
MojitoViews: 18,991

The Mojito is one of the most famous refreshing cocktails. Its refreshing mint-citrus flavor makes it incredibly popular during the summer and in hot countries, such as...

sparkling water, lime juice, rum, mint...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
50 Panini Recipes

50 Panini Recipes

Create your perfect hot panini sandwich using the latest ideas from celebrity chefs. Panini is an Italian closed sandwich,

Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
Rabbit stewViews: 8 145

Detailed recipe with photos.

potatoes, tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, garlic, peas, paprika, bay leaf, oregano, parsley, dried cherries, sherry, capers...
Time: 2 hours 40 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
Cuban hamViews: 6,948

Detailed recipe with photos.

ham, pork, orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, oregano, cumin, garlic...
Time: -- Servings: 12 - 14
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
Baked chicken with garlicViews: 12 181

A great way to roast chicken. The secret is to flatten the chicken. Use a butcher's knife. Cut the chicken right down the middle of the backbone and breast. This is a very good chicken dish: it...

chicken, onion, garlic, white wine, lime juice, cumin...
Time: 1 hour. plus marinating time Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Cuban sandwich with caramelized porkViews: 6,007

Detailed recipe with photos.

Cucumbers, pork, grilled meat seasoning, sandwich buns, ham, Gruyere cheese, pickled cucumber, mayonnaise, whole-grain mustard, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, wine vinegar, coriander, honey...
Time: 1 hour. plus roasting time for pork Complexity: average Servings: 4
Categories: Fast food, Tortillas, .
Author: - famous chef
Cuban Blue Corn TacosViews: 4,785

Detailed recipe with photos.

Tortilla, jalapeño pepper, Gruyere cheese, ham, orange juice, oregano, salsa, garlic...
Time: 1 hour 55 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 4
Categories: Soups, Thick, stewed dishes, .
Microwaved Ropa ViejaViews: 4,940

This take on ropa vieja (meaning "old rags"), a Cuban dish of shredded beef in a savory tomato sauce, has a rich, deep flavor you won't...

Beef, tomatoes, onions, garlic, chili peppers, olives, rice, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, soy sauce, cilantro...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Soups, Thick, stewed dishes, .
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Cuban Black Bean SoupViews: 9,334

Detailed recipe with photos.

Black beans, pork, sherry, rum, balsamic vinegar, carrots, onions, garlic, cloves, oregano, sour cream, crème fraîche, feta cheese, queso fresco cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeño pepper, avocado...
Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 servings as an appetizer
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Pineapple MojitoViews: 6 132

Detailed recipe with photos.

Pineapple juice, lime juice, soda water, rum, mint...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Double Coconut MojitoViews: 7,620

Detailed recipe with photos.

Coconut milk, coconut rum, sparkling water, lime juice, syrup, basil, mint...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 party pitcher

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