This post is sponsored by Califia Farms. All opinions are my own. To live in Miami is to live in a sea of Cuban restaurants serving up delicious dishes like this Cuban black bean soup. I’ve tried (and made) other black bean soups in the past and nothing beats the depth of flavor that Cuban…
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4-Ingredient Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelette)
I can’t begin to tell you how many times my mom and I have made this Spanish Omelette (or Spanish Tortilla) recipe. Not only is it a great option for using up eggs that are about to expire, but it also makes for a delicious brunch recipe or breakfast for dinner option, or even as…
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If you’re looking to add some Cuban flare to your dessert menu, I’ve compiled a list just for you! Some of these are tried and true, classic Cuban desserts while others are inspired by the tart, sweet, delicious Cuban flavors that we all know and love. Without further ado, here are 10 traditional Cuban desserts you must try!
Continue ReadingCroquetas de Jamón (Cuban Ham Croquettes)
To know me is to know that the perfect breakfast, in my eyes, is 2 ham croquetas. That’s it. Well, maybe some Cuban coffee. And Cuban toast. But yeah…croquetas. Ham. Croquetas. They remind me of home and my childhood. Growing up in a Cuban family, you’re pretty much eating croquetas de jamón since birth. If you don’t…
Continue ReadingCuban Mojo Criollo (Mojo Marinade Recipe)
Welcome to the best marinade you’ll ever make! If you’ve been searching for a good chicken marinade, steak marinade, or even pork marinade, this recipe is for you! I’ve been enjoying this recipe since birth and I have to say, I never get tired of it. Maybe I’m biased. What is mojo marinade? Mojo marinade…
Continue ReadingArroz Con Leche (Cuban Rice Pudding)
Growing up in a Cuban family, you make arroz con leche for dessert all the time. Whether it’s for Sunday dinner, a regular weekday, or a holiday, this creamy Cuban dessert is always a good idea. My aunt sometimes makes Cuban rice pudding with a coconut twist and it’s SO DELICIOUS. But this rice pudding…
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